gaiety

/ˈɡɛɪɪti/ GA-ee-ih-tee

Definitions

1. noun

the quality of being lively and cheerful; a feeling of joy or lightness

“The party’s gaiety was infectious, and soon everyone was dancing.”

Synonyms

  • cheerfulness
  • jollity
  • merriment

Antonyms

  • gloom
  • melancholy