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- pronunciation:
- geI
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| inflections: |
gayer, gayest |
| definition 1: |
of or in a happy, joyous mood; festive; merry.
- synonyms:
- effervescent, festive, frolicsome, lighthearted, lively, merry, mirthful, sprightly, vivacious
- antonyms:
- grave, sober, sorrowful
- similar words:
- airy, blithe, bright, cheerful, chipper, convivial, frivolous, happy, jolly, joyful, light, playful, spirited, sunny
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| definition 2: |
bright or colorful.
- synonyms:
- bright, brilliant, rich, vivid
- antonyms:
- dull, subdued
- similar words:
- airy, colorful, flamboyant, garish, loud, multicolored, showy
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| definition 3: |
homosexual, esp. male.
- synonyms:
- homoerotic, homosexual
- antonyms:
- heterosexual, straight
- similar words:
- bisexual, lesbian
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| related words: |
buoyant, carefree, effervescent, festival, festive, happy-go-lucky, high, jocund, jovial, merry, witty |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a homosexual person, esp. male.
- synonyms:
- homophile, homosexual
- similar words:
- bisexual, lesbian
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| derivation: |
gayness (n.) |
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