adj

gayer

Gayer (adj) means Comparative form of "gay," meaning more cheerful or more brightly colored (dated sense). Example: “The garden looked gayer than ever with the tulips in full bloom.”

adj

Comparative form of "gay," meaning more cheerful or more brightly colored (dated sense).

"The garden looked gayer than ever with the tulips in full bloom."

Comparative form of "gay," meaning more strongly homosexual, or more associated with gay culture.

"The parade felt even gayer this year with record crowds and rainbow flags everywhere."

How to use gayer

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe comparative of "gay" — either "more cheerful/colorful" (old-fashioned) or "more homosexual/gay-associated" (modern).

Memory tip

The "cheerful" meaning is largely historical; in modern English "gayer" almost always relates to sexual orientation or gay culture.

Word forms

gayers plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “gayer” mean?

The word “gayer” means comparative form of "gay," meaning more cheerful or more brightly colored (dated sense). In plain terms, the comparative of "gay" — either "more cheerful/colorful" (old-fashioned) or "more homosexual/gay-associated" (modern).

How do you use “gayer” in a sentence?

Here is “gayer” used in a sentence: “The garden looked gayer than ever with the tulips in full bloom.”

What part of speech is “gayer”?

“Gayer” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “gayer” have?

“Gayer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: comparative form of "gay," meaning more cheerful or more brightly colored (dated sense).