mirthful

adjective

Definition of mirthfulnext
as in merry
indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor the mirthful laughter of old teammates telling lame jokes and ribald stories

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mirthful
  1. merry
  2. jolly
  3. festive
  4. cheerful
Adjective
  • Whether you’re drawn to a whimsical Fair Isle pattern or want something a bit more merry and bright, there’s a Walmart ugly Christmas sweater out there for you.
    Shea Simmons, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Whether for a grand occasion like a wedding or a simpler celebration like a kid’s birthday party, there’s no denying the joy that comes with a thoughtful piece of paper that’s been stuffed into an envelope, stamped, and sent on its merry, snail-mail way.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of merry
Adjective
  • Bundle up and get ready to enjoy a jolly season this December, this month is packed with holiday celebrations.
    Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
  • He’s even currently being beaten by another one of his own jolly tracks.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of jolly
Adjective
  • At one seasonal gathering at a leaky Belgian castle several years ago, about 60 showed up for a festive lunch and most were there until past midnight.
    Louis J. Esterhazy, WWD, 8 Dec. 2024
  • As the festive season rolls in, feel free to be generous with your corporate giving.
    John Hall, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of festive
Adjective
  • In the book, the cynical green character successfully steals Christmas from his cheerful neighbors in Whoville — with help from his pet dog Max — and learns the true meaning of Christmas along the way.
    Athena Sobhan, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The days leading up to Christmas are some of the most special—when our homes are filled with twinkling lights, cheerful decorations, and the cozy, unmistakable feeling of holiday magic.
    Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of cheerful
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