carnivallike

English

Etymology

From carnival +‎ -like.

Adjective

carnivallike (comparative more carnivallike, superlative most carnivallike)

  1. Like a carnival; festive.
    • 1986, Benjamin C. Duke, The Japanese school: lessons for industrial America‎, page 196:
      A carnivallike atmosphere, depending on the weather, prevails throughout the day.
    • 1986, Symbolizing America‎, →ISBN, page 128:
      Then, its celebratory, carnivallike flavor was especially pertinent.
    • 1988, Group Publishing, Group growers‎, →ISBN, page 31:
      Everyone wins with this carnivallike discussion starter.
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