What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
merrier
Example
The more, the merrier! [merrier: comparative form of merry]
Example
The party became merrier as more guests arrived. [merrier: comparative form of merry]
jollier
Example
He always makes everyone feel jollier with his jokes. [jollier: comparative form of jolly]
Example
The children became jollier as they played together. [jollier: comparative form of jolly]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Merrier is more commonly used than jollier in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between merrier and jollier?
Both merrier and jollier are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
