noun

merriment

MEH-ree-mihnt

Merriment (noun) means Cheerful enjoyment; lively fun and laughter. Example: “The wedding reception was full of music and merriment.”

noun

Cheerful enjoyment; lively fun and laughter.

"The wedding reception was full of music and merriment."

How to use merriment

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA general feeling of fun, laughter, and celebration.

Common pairings

sounds of merriment general merriment

merriments plural

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The wedding reception was full of music and _____.

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.

play fun sport joke entertainment happiness entertaining recreational