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gaiety

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gaiety /ˈɡāədē, ˈɡeɪədi / (also gayety)
noun
(plural gaieties)
the state or quality of being lighthearted or cheerful:
the sudden gaiety of children's laughter.
merrymaking or festivity:
he seemed to be a part of the gaiety, having a wonderful time.
(gaieties) dated entertainments or amusements:
people long for the enchantments and gaieties of the European cities.
– ORIGIN mid 17th century : from French gaieté, from gai (see gay).