Etymology · Ancient Greek
ἱλαρός
4 English words descend from Ancient Greek ἱλαρός, most common first.
- hilariousVery funny; causing great merriment and laughter.
- hilarityA great amount of amusement, usually accompanied by much laughter.
- exhilarateTo cheer, to cheer up, to gladden, to make happy, to elate.
- Hilary termThe second term of the legal year, running from January to March or April, during which the upper courts of England and Wales, and Ireland, sit to hear cases.