Top synonyms for “merry”: alert, brisk, festal, festive, gay, jocund, jolly, jovial, and 8 more below.
Definitions
- (adjective)quick and energetic“a brisk walk in the park”
- (adjective)offering fun and gaiety“a festive (or festal) occasion”
- (adjective)full of or showing high-spirited merriment“when hearts were young and gay”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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What is another word for "merry"?
Common synonyms for "merry" include alert, brisk, festal, festive, gay, jocund. Our thesaurus lists 16 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What does "merry" mean?
quick and energetic Example: "a brisk walk in the park"
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