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^[1], page 196:

     A carnivallike atmosphere, depending on the weather, prevails throughout the day.

   • 1986, Symbolizing America‎^[2], →ISBN, page 128:

     Then, its celebratory, carnivallike flavor was especially pertinent.

   • 1988, Group Publishing, Group growers‎^[3], →ISBN, page 31:

     Everyone wins with this carnivallike discussion starter.