gaiety
noun/ˈɡeɪəti/
/ˈɡeɪəti/
[uncountable] (old-fashioned)- the state of being cheerful and full of fun
- The colourful flags added to the gaiety of the occasion.
Word Originmid 17th cent.: from French gaieté, from gai, of unknown origin.Want to learn more?
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