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- [gey-i-tee]
- /ˈgeɪ ɪ ti/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [gey-i-tee]
- /ˈgeɪ ɪ ti/
Definitions of gayety word
- abbreviation GAYETY gaiety. 1
- noun plural gayety the state of being joyous, vivacious, or cheerful. 1
- noun plural gayety Often, gaieties. merrymaking or festivity: the gaieties of the New Year season. 1
- noun plural gayety showiness; finery: gaiety of dress. 1
- noun gayety Alternative spelling of gaiety. 1
- abbreviation GAYETY gaiety 0
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Origin of gayety
First appearance:
before 1625 One of the 42% oldest English words
1625-35; < French gaieté, equivalent to gai gay + -té -ty2
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Parts of speech for Gayety
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
gayety popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 59% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
gayety usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for gayety
noun gayety
- gusto — hearty or keen enjoyment, as in eating or drinking, or in action or speech in general: to dance with gusto. Synonyms: enthusiasm, delight, relish, zest, spirit, fervor.
- life — the condition that distinguishes organisms from inorganic objects and dead organisms, being manifested by growth through metabolism, reproduction, and the power of adaptation to environment through changes originating internally.
- verve — enthusiasm or vigor, as in literary or artistic work; spirit: Her latest novel lacks verve.
- vigor — active strength or force.
- zeal — fervor for a person, cause, or object; eager desire or endeavor; enthusiastic diligence; ardor.
Antonyms for gayety
noun gayety
- listlessness — having or showing little or no interest in anything; languid; spiritless; indifferent: a listless mood; a listless handshake.
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