Gaily: meaning, definitions and examples

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gaily

 

[ หˆษกeษชli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner, behavior

Gaily describes an action done in a cheerful, bright, or lively manner. It often conveys a sense of joyfulness and vivacity. This adverb can be used to illustrate the manner in which someone behaves or interacts, suggesting a lighthearted or festive attitude.

Synonyms

brightly, cheerfully, joyfully, merrily

Examples of usage

  • She danced gaily at the party.
  • The children played gaily in the park.
  • He sang gaily, spreading happiness around him.

Translations

Translations of the word "gaily" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น alegremente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เฅเคถเฅ€ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช frรถhlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gembira

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะตัะตะปะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wesoล‚o

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้™ฝๆฐ—ใซ (ใ‚ˆใ†ใใซ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท joyeusement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ alegremente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท neลŸeyle

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฆ๊ฒ๊ฒŒ (jeulgeobge)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูุฑุญ (bifrah)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ veselรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ veselo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฌขๅฟซๅœฐ (huฤnkuร i de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ veselo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fagnandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ัƒะฐะฝั‹ัˆะฟะตะฝ (quanyshpen)

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฎแƒ˜แƒแƒ แƒฃแƒšแƒแƒ“ (mkhiarulad)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸษ™nliklษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ alegremente

Etymology

The word 'gaily' originates from the Middle English word 'gaily', which is derived from the Old French 'gaรฏ', meaning happy or merry. The term has its roots in the Proto-Germanic word '*gailaz', indicating joyfulness and delight. It began to gain popularity in the English language around the 14th century during a time of significant cultural development. As the meanings evolved, 'gaily' came to embody not just happiness but a lively and vibrant demeanor. By the 16th century, its usage expanded to include a broader spectrum of bright and cheerful actions. The implications of 'gaily' often reflect joyous occasions, celebrations, or a general sense of well-being, making it a staple in descriptions of lively behaviors in literature and everyday speech.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,055, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.