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hilpeys — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • amusement noun A feeling of being entertained or finding something funny.
  • buoyancy noun The upward force that lets an object float or feel lighter in a liquid or gas.
  • cheer noun A shout of approval, encouragement, or celebration.
  • gayness noun The state of being gay (colorful or festive); display or dressiness.
  • mirth noun Cheerful laughter and merriment.

Senses

hilpeys is used for these senses in English:

  • amusement (uncountable) Entertainment.
  • buoyancy (by extension) Resilience or cheerfulness.
  • cheer (uncountable) A cheerful attitude; happiness; a good, happy, or positive mood. [from 14th c.]
  • gayness (rare, dated, countable) The state of being gay (cheerful); gaiety.
  • mirth That which causes merriment.

amusement — full definition

  1. noun A feeling of being entertained or finding something funny.
  2. noun Something done for fun or entertainment, such as a ride or game.

buoyancy — full definition

  1. noun The upward force that lets an object float or feel lighter in a liquid or gas.
  2. noun A cheerful, resilient mood or lively confidence.

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