Merry

adjective

/ˈmɛɹi/

Word Frequency: 4.4

Definitions

1.adjectiveJolly and full of high spirits.

"We had a very merry Christmas."

2.adjectiveFestive and full of fun and laughter.

"Everyone was merry at the party."

3.adjectiveBrisk

"The play moved along at a merry pace."

4.adjectiveCausing laughter, mirth, gladness, or delight.

"a merry jest"

5.adjectiveDrunk; tipsy

"Some of us got a little merry at the office Christmas party."

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