B2
gaiety vs gay
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| gaietynoun/ˈɡeɪ.ə.ti/ | Meaning a feeling or atmosphere of cheerful fun and happy excitement | Goes with general gaiety | Example There was a note of forced gaiety in her voice at the party. |
| gayadjective/ɡeɪ/ | Meaning attracted to people of the same sex | Goes with gay rights | Example Many countries now allow gay couples to marry. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
marriage became legal there in 2015.