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Mirth - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Mirth means lively amusement or laughter, often expressing joy or happiness. It is used to describe a lighthearted, cheerful mood, typically in social or festive situations.

mirth

/mɝθ/ /mɜːθ/

Definition:

Amusement or laughter, especially as expressed in a lively or joyful manner.

Synonyms:

Merriment, glee, hilarity, joviality

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

Sorrow, gloom

Common Collocations:

Burst of mirth, filled with mirth, uncontrollable mirth

Derivatives:

Mirthful, mirthfully

Usage Tips:

Use "mirth" to describe genuine joy or laughter in a lighthearted context.

Common Phrases:

Mirth and merriment, full of mirth, infectious mirth

Etymology:

From Old English "myrgð," meaning joy or pleasure, related to "merry."

Examples:

  • 1. The children’s mirth was contagious as they played in the park.
  • 2. Her joke brought unexpected mirth to the solemn gathering.
  • 3. The room echoed with the mirth of happy guests at the party.
  • 4. His eyes sparkled with mirth as he told the funny story.

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