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jol·ly

jolly

 
pronunciation:
ja li
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part of speech: adjective
inflections: jollier, jolliest
definition: A jolly person is a person who always seems happy and likes to have fun. If someone feels jolly, they feel and look very happy.
After Jordan's team won the game, everyone was in a jolly mood and wanted to celebrate.Anna's grandfather is always fun to be with because he's so jolly. Her grandmother is more quiet and serious.
synonyms:
cheerful, enthusiastic, merry
similar words:
gay
derivations: jollily (adv.), jolliness (n.)
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