as in glee
a mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter
hilarity is the last thing you expect to find at a funeral, but we were there to celebrate his life rather than to dwell on his death
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Recent Examples of hilarity
But earnestness is the enemy of hilarity.
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Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2026
This multi-generational story explores the beauty, agony, and hilarity of loving other people deeply.
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Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
8 May 2026
Natisha Hiedeman signed with the Seattle Storm, splitting up the hilarity of her friendship with Courtney Williams while the two played for the Lynx.
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Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
13 Apr. 2026
The long-running showcase features 7-10 minute sets from hungry, hard-working comics such as Nic Dean, Lane Lonion, Lizzy Wolfson, Sam Ellefson, Phil Corridor, Kate McLachlan, Mitch Jones and Austin Black, with Roy corralling the hilarity.
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John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
9 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for hilarity
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2026
This multi-generational story explores the beauty, agony, and hilarity of loving other people deeply.
—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
8 May 2026
Natisha Hiedeman signed with the Seattle Storm, splitting up the hilarity of her friendship with Courtney Williams while the two played for the Lynx.
—
Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
13 Apr. 2026
The long-running showcase features 7-10 minute sets from hungry, hard-working comics such as Nic Dean, Lane Lonion, Lizzy Wolfson, Sam Ellefson, Phil Corridor, Kate McLachlan, Mitch Jones and Austin Black, with Roy corralling the hilarity.
—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
9 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for hilarity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hilarity
Noun
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There’s already angst in the party, and glee among Republicans, that the trio will use their new clout to spotlight issues that divide Democrats.
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This tangled relationship between Lestat and Armand, and all the guilt Lestat carries from it, provides a major breakthrough for Molloy’s documentary, and the journalist reacts with giddy, off-putting glee.
Noun
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How is one not enamored of the Dutch fans’ togetherness and cheerfulness, or the costumes and smiles of the Japanese fans?
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Finns may not be known for demonstrative cheerfulness, nor necessarily for being makers of excessively happy music.
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Here's what to know about this year's festivities.
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In the face of so much recent backlash against new arrivals, various groups around the country have made a point of championing the contributions of immigrants as a part of their 250th anniversary festivities.
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The District, a bar in San Pedro Square, erupted in wild cheers when Mexico scored the first goal of the match.
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The stadium erupted with cheers and celebratory mariachi music!
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“Hilarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hilarity. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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