Merry
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Festive Greetings
Use 'merry' to wish someone a joyous holiday, especially during Christmas. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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Celebratory Tone
'Merry' adds excitement and enthusiasm when discussing celebrations or festivities. We're going to have such a merry celebration for her birthday.
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Emotionally Light
'Merry' expresses light-heartedness and is less intense than 'ecstatic' or 'elated'. He always has a merry disposition, even on stressful days.