Meaning of the word jolly in English

What does jolly mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

jolly

US /ˈdʒɑː.li/

UK /ˈdʒɒl.i/

happy and cheerful

Example:

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He was a jolly old man who always had a smile.

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The children were in a jolly mood after the party.

Synonym:

merry cheerful happy festive gleeful

very; extremely (used for emphasis)

Example:

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That was a jolly good idea!

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It's jolly cold outside today.

Synonym:

very extremely really awfully terribly