gaiety

gaiety
(美 亦作 gayety)
(pl. -ies)
  1. [mass noun]the state or quality of being light-hearted or cheerful
    欢乐,高兴
    the sudden gaiety of children's laughter.
    孩子们突然迸发出的快乐的笑声。
    ■merrymaking or festivity
    玩乐;欢庆;庆祝活动
    he seemed to be a part of the gaiety, having a wonderful time.
    他似乎已融入到庆祝活动中,玩得高兴极了。
    ■(gaieties)(dated)entertainments or amusements
    (旧)娱乐表演;娱乐活动
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  1. mid 17th cent.: from French gaieté, from gai (see gay)
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