noun
mirth
murth
Mirth (noun) means Cheerful laughter and merriment. Example: “The old joke was met with roars of mirth from the crowd.”
noun
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Cheerful laughter and merriment.
"The old joke was met with roars of mirth from the crowd."
How to use mirth
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishJoyful laughter and good humor.
When to use it
A somewhat literary or old-fashioned word compared to plainer terms like "laughter" or "fun."
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Word forms
- Plural
- mirths
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Etymology
From Old English myrgþ ("mirth, joy"), related to "merry."
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What does “mirth” mean?
The word “mirth” means cheerful laughter and merriment. In plain terms, joyful laughter and good humor.
How do you pronounce “mirth”?
“Mirth” is pronounced murth (/mɜɹθ/ in IPA).
How do you use “mirth” in a sentence?
Here is “mirth” used in a sentence: “The old joke was met with roars of mirth from the crowd.”
What part of speech is “mirth”?
“Mirth” is a noun.
Where does the word “mirth” come from?
The word “mirth” comes from Old English. From Old English myrgþ ("mirth, joy"), related to "merry.".
