jollily

Meanings

• adjective

  Adjective meaning cheerful, lively, or enjoyable.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with jollily
jolly roger , holly,olly,olly , jolly good , dolley , dolly , polly

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Variants

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jolly well

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'merry, jolly, or boisterous'. It comes from the Old English word 'geol', which meant 'rejoicing' or 'noise'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'jolly roger' refers to a pirate flag featuring a skull and crossbones. However, the term 'jolly' in this context actually comes from the Dutch word 'jol', which means 'yoke' or 'rein', indicating that the flag was used to signify that a ship was under control.

2. The term 'jolly' was also used in the early 20th century to refer to a type of motorcar that was designed for pleasure driving.

3. In some parts of England, the term 'jolly' is used to refer to a type of flatbread that is often served with savory toppings.

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Related Concepts

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1. cheerfulness: A state of happiness and contentment, often characterized by a positive and optimistic outlook on life.

2. merriment: A state of joy and amusement, often characterized by laughter and festivity.

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Culture

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In literature, 'jollily' is often used to describe a cheerful or lively atmosphere. For example, in 'The Wind in the Willows' by Kenneth Grahame, Mole describes his first experience of a summer day as 'jolly, jolly'.

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