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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.”
With a bright or attractive appearance
“Horses in the wild don't jump over gaily coloured poles - however man has made a sport of show jumping.”
Showing or characterized by great energy and movement
“The minuet, originally a gay and lively dance, soon lost its vivacity when exported, and became a stately dance of the aristocracy.”
Without thinking of the consequences
Willingly or eagerly
In a lively manner
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 having a festive or merry atmosphere
“John seems very serious and quiet in comparison to this gay and merry atmosphere.”
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
Adverb for not restrained or held in check
Adverb for silly in a childish way
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