Blues and Merriness

Blues

Blues noun - A state or spell of low spirits.

Merriness is an antonym for blues.

Nearby Words: blue, bluesy

Merriness

Merriness noun - A mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter.
Usage example: I hate the forced merriness of so many New Year's Eve parties

Blues is an antonym for merriness.
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