jollify

[ jol-uh-fahy ]

verb (used with or without object)

, jol·li·fied, jol·li·fy·ing.

1. to make or become jolly or merry.

jollify

/ ˈdʒɒlɪˌfaɪ /

verb

1. to be or cause to be jolly

Word History and Origins

Origin of jollify¹

First recorded in 1815–25; jolly + -fy

Example Sentences

We met at the Corners last nite to jollify over the brave acts uv our Memphis frends, and I wuz the speeker.

From Project Gutenberg

To-night you may jollify; but after that you are under strict discipline, for a month at least.

From Project Gutenberg