Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɔnti/
adjective having a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner
A1 The man wore a jaunty hat to the beach.
A2 She walked with a jaunty stride, full of confidence.
B1 The jaunty music put everyone in a cheerful mood.
B2 The captain greeted us with a jaunty salute as we boarded the ship.
C1 His jaunty demeanor belied the seriousness of the situation.
C2 The actress maintained a jaunty attitude despite the challenges she faced on set.
formal The gentleman walked with a jaunty stride as he entered the ballroom.
informal She always wears that jaunty hat when she goes out for a walk.
slang He's got a jaunty attitude about everything, always looking on the bright side.
figurative The music had a jaunty beat that made everyone want to get up and dance.
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