gaily

/ˈɡeɪli/

ADVERB

1. In a happy, cheerful, or merry manner

In a way that expresses happiness, joy, cheerfulness, or lively enjoyment.

1.1. Acting happily and cheerfully

Doing something with happiness, pleasure, and a positive emotional attitude.

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Examples

  • The children skipped gaily through the meadow, picking wildflowers along the way.
  • At the garden party, guests mingled gaily under the canopy of blooming flowers.
  • The couples strolled gaily along the beach as the sun began to set.

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1.2. Moving or behaving with lively energy

Acting in a spirited, animated, playful, or energetic manner, often with enthusiasm and carefree movement.

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Examples

  • The parade moved gaily through the streets, with participants waving to the cheering crowd.
  • The street performers played their instruments gaily, filling the square with music.
  • The dancers moved gaily across the stage, displaying remarkable energy and enthusiasm.

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  • animation
  • vitality
  • exuberance
  • enthusiasm
  • sprightliness
  • buoyancy

ADVERB

2. In a showy, colorful, or flamboyant manner

In a way that is bright, decorative, conspicuous, or extravagantly colorful in appearance.

2.1. Dressing or decorating conspicuously

Displaying bright colors, elaborate decorations, or extravagant styles that attract attention.

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  • plainly
  • simply
  • modestly
  • conservatively
  • demurely
  • drably
  • colorlessly
  • unobtrusively
  • unpretentiously

Examples

  • The performers were dressed gaily in brightly colored costumes for the festival.
  • The shop windows were gaily decorated with ribbons, flowers, and colorful lights.
  • The building was painted gaily in vivid shades that stood out against the surrounding architecture.

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