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galliard

galliard

9.9
Being full of quick, happy energy
  • adjective
  • /ˈɡæliˌɑrd/
  • Archaic
: vivaz
  • He entered the room with a galliard step, brightening everyone's spirits.

Examples

  • Her galliard laughter filled the old hall with joy.

  • The poet described the spring breeze as a galliard force awakening the fields.

  • The music was galliard and uplifting.

  • In the garden, the atmosphere was galliard and joyful.

  • Her galliard laughter filled the room, making everyone feel more at ease.

  • He moved through the crowd with a galliard spirit, drawing smiles from those around him.

  • The galliard music echoed through the halls, creating an atmosphere of celebration.

Synonyms

lively
vsgalliard
109 1.3

Having a lot of energy and enthusiasm

is similar but used in older or literary language
spirited
vsgalliard
64 4.1

Full of energy and enthusiasm

is similar but feels older or more literary in tone
vivacious
vsgalliard
15 7.0

Full of energy and cheer that attracts other people

is more general and also signals archaic or brisk usage

Antonyms

dull
169 1.3

Not interesting or lively

lethargic
15 5.3

Being very tired and slow with little interest or energy

How Lively

exuberant
22 5.9
galliard
  • Archaic
9.9
spirited
64 4.1
brisk
32 3.2

Surface Forms

galliard positive

Etymology

Galliard comes from the old French gaillard, which means 'lively' or 'bold' and is the same root as gallant. So, to call someone or something galliard is to say it is spirited, brisk, and full of life.