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merriment

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Noun — Cheerful enjoyment; lively fun and laughter.

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Etymology

From merry plus the suffix -ment.

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What does “merriment” mean?

The word “merriment” means cheerful enjoyment; lively fun and laughter. In plain terms, a general feeling of fun, laughter, and celebration.

How do you pronounce “merriment”?

“Merriment” is pronounced MEH-ree-mihnt (/ˈmɛɹimɪnt/ in IPA).

How do you use “merriment” in a sentence?

Here is “merriment” used in a sentence: “The wedding reception was full of music and merriment.”

What part of speech is “merriment”?

“Merriment” is a noun.

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