gaiety

"Bulgari is for me the symbol of passion and of this vivid and colorful Roman gaiety," Bruni-Sarkozy said.
Pope Francis Inspires Italian Fashion Industry; Carla Bruni-Sarkozy Models For Bulgari|The Fashion Beast Team|July 16, 2013|DAILY BEAST
They have all the same cheerful faces, expressive of courage and gaiety.
War|Pierre Loti
He looked round with a sad countenance on those he had lately seen so full of life and gaiety.
Manco, the Peruvian Chief|W.H.G. Kingston
Bright light was streaming through the open windows of Rhodopis' house, and sounds of mirth and gaiety fell on the ear.
An Egyptian Princess, Complete|Georg Ebers

Than this one could hardly find a more convincing indication of the gaiety of the Egyptian temperament.
The Treasury of Ancient Egypt|Arthur E. P. B. Weigall
They ate to excess; they became drunk on water and fruit, and more than all on gaiety.
Doctor Pascal|Emile Zola

British Dictionary definitions for gaiety

gaiety

/ (ˈɡeɪətɪ) /

noun plural -ties

the state or condition of being merry, bright, or lively

festivity; merrymaking

Also (esp US): gayety

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See gay

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gaiety

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noun, plural gai·e·ties.

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British Dictionary definitions for gaiety

noun plural -ties

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