Merry
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɛ.ɹi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Merry is an adjective meaning Jolly and full of high spirits; happy.
Meaning
Jolly and full of high spirits; happy.
More Meanings
- Festive and full of fun and laughter.
- Causing laughter, mirth, gladness, or delight.
- (euphemistic) drunk; tipsy
- An English wild cherry.
Example Sentences
a merry jest
We had a very merry Christmas.
The car moved at a merry clip.
Everyone was merry at the party.
Word Forms
- merrier
- merriest
- merie
- merrie
- mery
- merries
Synonyms for merry
Depending on context, synonyms include cheerful, content, ecstatic, exultant, happy, jovial.
Antonyms for merry
Common opposites include miserable.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include jocund, jolly, jovial, joyous, zippy, mirthful.
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