cheerful
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/ˈtʃɪr.fəl/
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Being happy and optimistic.
Examples
The cafe's cheerful décor makes it a popular spot.
He answered with a cheerful laugh that brightened the room.
Children sang cheerful songs during the parade.
His cheerful voice carried through the hallway, encouraging others.
The cheerful garden lifted everyone's spirits.
Similar words
lighthearted
jolly
sunny
bright
merry
buoyantupbeat
Meanings
Examples
The cheerful garden lifted everyone's spirits.
He answered with a cheerful laugh that brightened the room.
Even on rainy days, her cheerful attitude never wavers.
The cafe's cheerful décor makes it a popular spot.
Children sang cheerful songs during the parade.
His cheerful voice carried through the hallway, encouraging others.
Similar words
bright
jolly
merry
sunny
upbeat
lighthearted
buoyantFAQ
cheerful means being happy and optimistic.
How is cheerful defined as an adjective?
As an adjective, cheerful describes a pleasant, friendly quality that makes people feel positive and happy.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of cheerful?
The comparative form is cheerier and the superlative form is cheeriest.
What are some synonyms of cheerful?
Synonyms include bright, jolly, merry, sunny, upbeat, lighthearted, and buoyant.
In what domain is cheerful commonly used?
cheerful is used in the social domain, describing interactions that lift others’ spirits.
What register is cheerful associated with?
It is a neutral register word.
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