Gayly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡeɪli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Gayly is an adverb meaning (uncommon, dated) Cheerfully; in a gay manner.
Meaning
(uncommon, dated) Cheerfully; in a gay manner.
Example Sentences
Gayly to bourgeon and broadly to grow.
Gayly-dressed mavournins and blaring bands stepped lively along Fifth Avenue.
In the lightness of my heart I sang catches of songs as my horse gayly bore me along the well-remembered road.
He was much over-dressed, in a gaudy vest of many colors, a blue neckerchief, bedropped gayly with yellow spots, and arranged with a flaunting tie, quite in keeping with the general air of the man.
Synonyms for gayly
Depending on context, synonyms include joyously, mirthfully, blessedly, bubblingly, chearfully, cheerfully.
Antonyms for gayly
Common opposites include unhappily.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include merrily, happily, jubilantly, mirthfully, blithely, gayfully.
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