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as in glee
a mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter
their unexpected merriment made him nervously inquire as to the reason for it
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as in festivity
joyful or festive activity
the wedding reception merriment lasted long into the night
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Recent Examples of merriment
But the day after the freezing celebration parade in Chicago, the space shuttle Challenger exploded after takeoff in Florida, putting an abrupt end to national merriment.
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Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The games spot and brewery celebrated seven years with a farewell bash replete with games, beer and merriment.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 Dec. 2025
When the citrus trees come alive with ripe fruit in December, join in the merriment at the Orange Festival.
—Kristy Christiansen, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025
After you're done, keep the merriment going with the sequel.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
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Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The games spot and brewery celebrated seven years with a farewell bash replete with games, beer and merriment.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 Dec. 2025
When the citrus trees come alive with ripe fruit in December, join in the merriment at the Orange Festival.
—Kristy Christiansen, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025
After you're done, keep the merriment going with the sequel.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for merriment
Noun
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What wasn't hidden was their apparent glee.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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But that he – along with fellow Pittsburgher Wiz Khalifa and country star Kane Brown – has been tapped to perform during the 2026 NFL Draft in his hometown has the gregarious rocker vibrating with glee.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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All the festivities came to a halt in the sixth minute when Austin took the lead on a header by Guilherme Biro off a Facundo Torres corner kick.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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The 13 Going on 30 actress ditched her signature minimalist glam for a bright pink lip while giving fans a glimpse at her Easter festivities with her family on Sunday.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
5 Apr. 2026
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Lastly, yellow tulips symbolize cheerfulness, happiness, and optimism.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
24 Mar. 2026
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His cheerfulness and laughter often brought strength and refreshment to me in difficult times.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2026
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Multiple street signs were also damaged during the celebration.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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In a city rife with steakhouses and flashy openings from around the world, Cantina Contramar is a real celebration of Mexican cuisine and culture.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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Just for Fun Driven largely by Gen Z and Gen Alpha, a wave of playful merrymaking that embraces maximalism, humor, and individuality is on the rise, Michaels reports.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
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Museums also make for a great break from holiday-merrymaking.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Dec. 2025
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Early into Tuesday night’s Florida Panthers game, two things made fans jump up and cheer.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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Last summer, the president was once again greeted with boos and cheers while attending the opening night of Les Misérables at the Kennedy Center.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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The finale is an ambiguous mix of jollity and agitation, with a piccolo shrieking above a militant march.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Winston Peacock’s Ghost of Christmas Present is especially winning with decidedly John Belushi-esque jollity.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
10 Dec. 2025
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The two no longer spar on air, so expect mirth rather than rancor at Foxwoods’ Premier Theater.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
14 Mar. 2026
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From arena-filling funnymen to big-name package tours, there will be plenty of mirth and mayhem in local venues.—
Bob Mehr,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Merriment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/merriment. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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