Make merry

verb

To celebrate or have fun.

They made merry until late into the night.
Visual representation of "make merry" - To celebrate or have fun

Often appears as...

  • make merry with
  • make merry over

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb

To celebrate or have fun.

They made merry until late into the night.
Visual representation of "make merry" - To celebrate or have fun

Often appears as...

  • make merry with
  • make merry over

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "make merry"
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Cultural Associations

Used in contexts of historical or traditional celebrations, often linked to old customs.

Illustration for Cultural Associations
During the medieval festival, the townspeople would make merry with jesters and minstrels.
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Emotional Nuance

Conveys a joyous atmosphere, often involving laughter, music, and dance.

Illustration for Emotional Nuance
After the final exam, the students decided to make merry at the local diner.
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Informal Gatherings

Typically used for informal social events rather than official or solemn occasions.

Illustration for Informal Gatherings
The family reunion was a chance for everyone to make merry and share stories.
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Cultural Associations

Used in contexts of historical or traditional celebrations, often linked to old customs.

Illustration for Cultural Associations
During the medieval festival, the townspeople would make merry with jesters and minstrels.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Emotional Nuance

Conveys a joyous atmosphere, often involving laughter, music, and dance.

Illustration for Emotional Nuance
After the final exam, the students decided to make merry at the local diner.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Informal Gatherings

Typically used for informal social events rather than official or solemn occasions.

Illustration for Informal Gatherings
The family reunion was a chance for everyone to make merry and share stories.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Cultural Associations

Used in contexts of historical or traditional celebrations, often linked to old customs.

Illustration for Cultural Associations
During the medieval festival, the townspeople would make merry with jesters and minstrels.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Emotional Nuance

Conveys a joyous atmosphere, often involving laughter, music, and dance.

Illustration for Emotional Nuance
After the final exam, the students decided to make merry at the local diner.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Informal Gatherings

Typically used for informal social events rather than official or solemn occasions.

Illustration for Informal Gatherings
The family reunion was a chance for everyone to make merry and share stories.
Visual representation of the word "Make merry"

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