From carnival + -like.
carnivallike (comparative more carnivallike, superlative most carnivallike)
- 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.