gaiety

noun

ˈgā-ə-tē How to pronounce gaiety (audio)
variants also gayety
Definition of gaietynext
1
as in attire
dressy clothing attendees of the masquerade ball arrived dressed in all their gaiety

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2
as in festivity
joyful or festive activity loved the gaiety of the annual harvest festival the gaiety of the wedding reception

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3
as in cheerfulness
a mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter the gaiety of children enjoying an outing at an amusement park

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Recent Examples of gaiety The energy and gaiety of Boston’s annual LGBTQ+ Pride parade returned to Back Bay and South End streets Saturday, as marchers clad in rainbow tutus, mesh crop tops, and myriad styles and colors of body glitter sashayed through the city for the first time since 2019. — Jeremy C. Fox, BostonGlobe.com, 10 June 2023 Where the drops are sparse in detail, the frame delivers in an undeniable elegance and gaiety. — Astrid Kayembe, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2023 My peace of mind and my gaiety will be gone for ever. — Audrey Wollen, The New Yorker, 3 Jan. 2023 But even that is done with gaiety. — John Sharp | Jsharp@al.com, al, 13 Feb. 2023 See All Example Sentences for gaiety
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gaiety
  1. attire
  2. festivity
  3. finery
  4. glee
  5. costume
  6. frippery
  7. apparel
  8. bravery
Noun
  • The Context While the U.S. Senate has traditionally adhered to an unwritten rule requiring business attire, enforcement has varied.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Drawing inspiration from classic boxing attire, the designs are reimagined with elevated details, seamlessly blending sport and style for everyday wear.
    — Mecca Pryor, Essence, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of attire
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  • Since announcing her move, she’s been documenting her efforts to immerse herself in Ireland’s festivities, including at the national St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin, which is attended by roughly 500,000 people, according to the Associated Press.
    — Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Eustis Mayor Willie Hawkins will open the festivities with the reading of a proclamation in front of the school, followed by historical tours, performances, games, food, music and art.
    — Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of festivity
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  • To majorly commit, request everyone show up in tea-time finery—hats and all.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2025
  • But for all its imperial finery and grandeur, the waltz was the people’s dance.
    — Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of finery
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  • Mulligan was also happy to recount her affection for some of her other co-stars, ticking through them with glee.
    — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Chinese state media has reacted with glee as President Donald Trump dismantles Voice of America (VOA).
    — Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of glee
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  • In July 2024 fans noticed that the black-and-gold costume Swift wore for an Eras Tour show in Milan was very Reputation-coded.
    — Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2025
  • In season six, when Amy and Sheldon compile a list of potential couples’ costumes to wear for a party, one is Blossom and Joey.
    — Marc Berman, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of costume
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  • At first, Valentín shows no interest in Molina’s frippery, but once he gets started on his detailed narration of the loopy movie plot, the political prisoner begins eagerly requesting further installments.
    — David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
  • But who has time for all of that frippery, anyway, when war’s a-comin’?
    — Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of frippery
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  • Others are new to the event such as San Marino, which has vertical textile and apparel manufacturing operations in Japan, Italy, China and ASEAN countries.
    — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Plus, for in-store purchases, customers who sport school or fan apparel will receive a free classic cookie.
    — Moná Thomas, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of apparel
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  • Mixed in with small pleasures and petty disputes with her older sister are true feats of survival and bravery.
    — Lynette Rice, Deadline, 22 Mar. 2025
  • The show’s bravery in exploring mature topics, like infertility, has also moved parents.
    — Leena Tailor, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of bravery

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