Jolly

5 lettersadjective

Updated June 2026

Definition

happy and cheerful

“The jolly innkeeper greeted every guest with a smile.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈdʒɒli/

Syllables

jol·ly

Related Words

Synonyms

kidchaff joshbantergayjocundjovialmerry

Antonyms

immoderatelyunreasonably

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

"Jolly" repeats a letter (4 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. Its 1 vowel balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter J.

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Scrabble

"Jolly" is worth 15 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile J — land it on a premium square for a big swing.

Words Related to Jolly

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “jolly” to make these 5-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

bolly colly dolly folly golly holly jelly jolty jowly lolly molly oolly polly tolly wolly

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