In a cheerful or light-hearted way
“As Nicholas and Colette gaily threw horseshoes, laughing merrily and cheering the other on, Caroline stood at the back.”
Showing or characterized by great energy and movement
“It is an archetypal male dance form where the men form a close-knit circle and dance gaily to merry tunes.”
Casually or nonchalantly, without care or heed
“The earnest-minded man cannot thus be happy, it is only the shallow and self-sufficient who can trifle on gaily through life.”
With a bright or flashy appearance
“Then he followed the swaying figure as she turned towards the gaily painted canal boat.”
Adverb for carefree or unconcerned in manner or disposition
“Yes, I know this must come as a shock to you since I am normally such a gay and carefree chap, brimming with chuckles and mirth.”
Adverb for having a playful or fun-loving mood or nature
“The birds were in a gay and playful mood on this bright day.”
Adverb for visibly cheerful, enthusiastic or approbatory
“The boarders would go down to the station to meet guests arriving or departing. They had an arriving song and a departing song. One received a gay welcome or send-off.”
Adverb for homosexual in nature or character
“John is openly gay and enjoying life to the fullest.”
Adverb for bisexual, sexually attracted to both men and women
Adverb for not restrained or held in check
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