mirth — amusement and laughter; gaiety and fun
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: amusement and laughter; gaiety and fun
Pronunciation (IPA): /mɜːrθ/
Example Sentences
- The comedian's silly dance caused great mirth among the audience.
- Their mirth was so contagious that even the grumpy teacher started smiling.
- The wedding reception was filled with mirth and celebration.
mirth
NOUN[/mɜːrθ/]
amusement and laughter; gaiety and fun
The tavern erupted in mirth as the bard finished his ridiculous song.
Mer brings mirth to Earth with her infectious laughter!
From birth comes mirth that fills the earth!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'myrgth' or 'mirthe', derived from the Proto-Germanic root '*mergiz' meaning pleasure or amusement. Related to Old High German 'Murgi' and ultimately connected to Indo-European roots expressing joy and merriment.
Breakdown
mir- (Old English 'myr-' meaning pleasant/amusing) + -th (Old English suffix forming abstract nouns) = mirth (the state or quality of being mirthful/amused)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The comedian's silly dance caused great mirth among the audience.”
“Their mirth was so contagious that even the grumpy teacher started smiling.”
“The wedding reception was filled with mirth and celebration.”
“His attempt to look serious only added to the general mirth.”
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