gayer
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //ˈɡeɪər//
KK: /ˈɡeɪər/
adjective
Definition
More cheerful or lively than someone or something else.
Example
The party was gayer than I expected, with everyone dancing and laughing.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: gayer
Superlative: gayest
Conversation
I think this party feels a lot gayer than the last one we went to.
Yeah, I noticed that too! Everyone seems to be having a great time.
It's nice to see everyone being so open and joyful.
Definitely! It makes the atmosphere so much more fun.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
happier
brighter
livelier
Antonyms
sadder
dimmer
gloomier
noun
Definition
A person who identifies as gay, which can refer to someone who is homosexual or someone who is considered uncool in a colloquial sense.
Example
He is proud to be a gayer and advocates for LGBTQ+ rights.
Conversation
Did you see that new show with the gayer character?
Yeah! I thought he was hilarious and relatable.
Right? It was refreshing to see a gayer character in such a fun role.
Root Explanation
The word 'gayer' is derived from the Old French 'gai' (meaning joyful or merry) and the comparative suffix '-er' (meaning more). Thus, 'gayer' means more joyful or more merry than something else.
Memory Tip
Think of 'gai' meaning joyful, and remember that 'gayer' describes something that is more joyful.
Visually Confused Words
tayer
sayer
payer
mayer
layer
guyer
gazer
gater