10+ Synonyms for Jolly & Similar Words
Definition of jolly
- adverb
- to a moderately sufficient extent or degree; "pretty big"; "pretty bad"; "jolly decent of him"; "the shoes are priced reasonably"; "he is fairly clever with computers"
- adjective
- full of or showing high-spirited merriment; "when hearts were young and gay"; "a poet could not but be gay, in such a jocund company"- Wordsworth; "the jolly crowd at the reunion"; "jolly old Saint Nick"; "a jovial old gentleman"; "have a merry Christmas"; "peals of merry laughter"; "a mirthful laugh"
- noun
- a happy party
10 synonyms found
Writing tips for "jolly"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like banter, chaff, gay can replace "jolly" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 10 alternatives available, "jolly" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Jolly" in song lyrics
See how jolly is used in real songs:
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"Why don't you just kick back, be jolly"
Dizzee Rascal f/ Lily Allen — Wanna Be -
"tis the season to be jolly...."
Eazy-E — Merry Muthafuckin X-Mas -
"Hopping out with a sack like Santa I'm jolly"
E-TRAIN — All Aboard