as in joyful
joyously unrestrained
a gamesome lass who seemed to revel in the sheer joy of living
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Recent Examples of gamesome
But there is another level of dissimulation that seems at odds with this gamesome trickery.
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Sam Sacks, WSJ, 18 Mar. 2022
Lu’s immaculately handmade pictures, which consist entirely of brightly hued concentric circles, appear simultaneously gamesome and cerebral.
—Washington Post, 2 Mar. 2022
Sam Sacks, WSJ, 18 Mar. 2022
Lu’s immaculately handmade pictures, which consist entirely of brightly hued concentric circles, appear simultaneously gamesome and cerebral.
—Washington Post, 2 Mar. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gamesome
Adjective
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Every seating unfolds to a soundtrack of 90s hip-hop, an unexpected but perfect counterpoint that keeps the room relaxed, energetic, and quietly joyful.—
Lori Fredrich,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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The royal mom shared the same picture to her Instagram on Monday, along with a joyful message below.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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The most exuberant farewell event—a dance party at the White House—took place on January 6th.—
Peter Slevin,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Hothouse The most exuberant of the three new Michaels decor collections, Hothouse leans into the trends of dopamine decor and maximalism, with a particular focus on tropical prints and dramatic floral motifs.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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The show starts frolicsome and then morphs into a farce that grows more than a little hellish, NPR critic John Powers writes.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
1 May 2026
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On April 4, Ogden will take part in the frolicsome, 100 percent amateur Nordic X race at the tiny Cochran’s Ski Area in Vermont.—
Bill Donahue,
Outside,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Tollgate, a pub frequented by hundreds of United supporters on matchdays, is lively even two and a half hours before kick-off.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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That was until this Dutch upstart with his European aesthetic, lively and colorful stores and eye-popping marketing campaigns began to chisel away at their market share.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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For those who want to bring their furry friends along, head to Bonita Beach Dog Park, a dog-friendly, off-leash tidal flat where pups can roam freely and frolic in the shallow waters.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
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But today, beachgoers continue to stroll, sunbathe and frolic buck naked on that stretch of sand, in defiance of the law.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Read on as drink pros spill about buzzy, bubbly highballs and how to add them to your happy hour menu this season.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2026
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Bake until filling is bubbly and thickened, about 1 hour, shielding edges as needed to prevent over-browning.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
Adjective
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The buoyant hue has a fresh and airy feel, promoting clarity of mind, creativity, and emotional harmony.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Apr. 2026
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The bold plan Compared to offshore wind farms drilled into the seabed, floating wind farms use buoyant platforms that float on the water’s surface, secured by a complex system of mooring lines and anchors.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale, on the other hand, is deliciously bitter with tiny, effervescent bubbles that never overwhelm your palate.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
26 Apr. 2026
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Just smile, be more bubbly and effervescent.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Gamesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gamesome. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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