Gaiety: Definition, Synonyms & Usage Examples

Gaiety (noun): A state of cheerful, lighthearted merriment; festive enjoyment.

Synonyms

Mirth, joviality, cheerfulness, conviviality, exuberance, high spirits.

Example Sentences

1. The children's laughter filled the room with gaiety.
2. The holiday party was full of gaiety and music.
3. Her eyes sparkled with gaiety as she recounted the story.
4. An atmosphere of gaiety and excitement prevailed.
5. The lively band added to the gaiety of the evening.

Nuance

"Gaiety" suggests a shared, social, often festive joy—more outward and communal than solitary "happiness."