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merriment

[/ˈmɛrɪmənt/]
nounpl: merriments
alegria
1. Lively or cheerful amusement; gaiety and laughter
The party was filled with merriment and laughter.
A festa estava repleta de alegria e risadas.
2. A mood or state of lighthearted enjoyment
The children's merriment was contagious.
A alegria das crianças era contagiante.
NYC Slang
good vibes
Synonyms
joycheerfulnessgaietyhilaritymirthlaughterrevelry
Antonyms
sadnessgloomsorrowmelancholymisery

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alegria
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
zoação
Colloquial, emphasizing playful fun
São Paulo
alegria
Standard formal usage
Portugal
alegria
Standard usage; also 'hilaridade' in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

in merriment - em tom de brincadeira
a time of merriment - um período de celebração
cause merriment - provocar riso/alegria
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