Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A term often used to describe someone, typically a man, who is attracted to others of the same gender.
Gay
/ɡeɪ/Synonyms:
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Examples:
She seemed to grow gayer and more brilliant in his presence.
The earth-intoxicated, light, gay - floats...
When she returned, all were happy and gay again.
Etymology:
Gay, originally from the Old French gai, meant merry or lively. By the 17th century, it referred to bright colors. By the late 19th century, it began to mean homosexual and was adopted as a positive identity in the 20th century.
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