Synonyms for Merry
Definition of merry
- 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"
- offering fun and gaiety; "a festive (or festal) occasion"; "gay and exciting night life"; "a merry evening"
- quick and energetic; "a brisk walk in the park"; "a lively gait"; "a merry chase"; "traveling at a rattling rate"; "a snappy pace"; "a spanking breeze"
16 synonyms found
Writing tips for "merry"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like brisk, energetic, festal can replace "merry" 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 16 alternatives available, "merry" 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.
"Merry" in song lyrics
See how merry is used in real songs:
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"so for now I'ma dress, get head and be merry"
Cormega f/ AZ — Redemption -
"Bettin' that, smellin' like strawberries, the more the merry"
Hell Razah & 4th Disciple f/ 7th Ambassador — Pimpoligy -
"Bed and bath smelling like strawberries, the more the merry"
Hell Razah f/ Cipha, Fell, Marvelous Bless — Mega Murder