1
a
: full of good spirits : merry
a cheerful host
b
: ungrudging
cheerful obedience
2
: conducive to cheer : likely to dispel gloom or worry
sunny cheerful room
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Examples of cheerful in a Sentence
She has a cheerful outlook on life.
He seems a little more cheerful today.
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Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2024
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Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2024
The main stage at Fiserv Forum was packed with cheerful audience members listening intently to Republican speakers.
—Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 16 July 2024
Celebration of the Arts festival director Daryl Fujiwara at the Maui Historical Society
Gabriela Herman
Mala Ocean Tavern, a cheerful Lahaina restaurant, was significantly damaged but survived the fires.
—John Wogan, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2024
The flowy fit is perfect for outdoor events, and the cheerful yellow color feels fit for any summertime event.
Find it on Amazon
This Flowy Dress Will Bring a Relaxed Look to Your Summer Vibe
With its playful polka dot design and vibrant colors, this flowy dress gives you a carefree look.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2024
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“Cheerful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cheerful. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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cheerful
adjective
cheer·ful
ˈchi(ə)r-fəl 
1
a
: full of good spirits
a cheerful outlook
b
: willing sense 3
cheerful obedience
2
: pleasantly bright
a sunny cheerful room
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