Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gay
adjective
/ɡeɪ/
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Definition
Feeling or showing pleasure and happiness; cheerful.
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Examples
- She felt gay as she danced with her friends at the party.
- The festival was a gay celebration of diversity and love.
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Meaning
The term ‘gay’ commonly refers to someone who is attracted to members of the same sex, particularly men. It can also describe a joyful or carefree attitude.
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Synonyms
- cheerful
- happy
- joyful
- lighthearted