: gladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter His clumsy attempt at dancing caused much mirth.

What does mirth mean dictionary?

gaiety or jollity, especially when accompanied by laughter: the excitement and mirth of the holiday season. amusement or laughter: He was unable to conceal his mirth.

Does mirth mean joy?

Derivative Words

Mirthful: The adjective form of mirth describes something as being full of joy and laughter. Example: The comedian's mirthful audience guffawed loudly at even his worst jokes. Mirthfully: The adverb form of mirth characterizes an action as related to pleasure and amusement.