1
as in delighted
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
made bread for the first time and was happy with the tasty result
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2
as in fortunate
coming or happening by good luck especially unexpectedly
a happy discovery, finding the letter that would prove her innocence
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3
as in satisfied
feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
has been much happier ever since she moved
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as in lucky
having good luck
the happy person who is both appreciated and rewarded for all his hard work
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as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
the wine was a happy complement to such a fine meal
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as in obsessed
having extreme or relentless concern
poll-happy pundits just care about which political candidate is winning, and never about the issues
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Recent Examples of happy
Guests including Emma Chamberlain, rarely seen without eyewear, were happy to play along with the theme.
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Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2025
Baskets Krysten Ledet, the founder of Krysten Ledet Interiors in Lafayette, Louisiana, is always happy to stock up on storage baskets while at Michaels.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025
So don’t wait for something to happen in order to feel happy now.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has said Republicans are happy to discuss the health care issue with Democrats — but not as part of talks to keep the government open.
—Mary Clare Jalonick, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
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Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2025
Baskets Krysten Ledet, the founder of Krysten Ledet Interiors in Lafayette, Louisiana, is always happy to stock up on storage baskets while at Michaels.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025
So don’t wait for something to happen in order to feel happy now.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has said Republicans are happy to discuss the health care issue with Democrats — but not as part of talks to keep the government open.
—Mary Clare Jalonick, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for happy
Adjective
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Minnesota Wild players, who parked in the players’ garage just off the road temporarily dubbed W 97th Street, are delighted to see their comrade for effectively the next nine years.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Vance is delighted to hear Carr is in critical condition.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
25 Sep. 2025
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Lammens was perhaps fortunate to escape sanction then (Stuart Atwell booked the forward for diving), but this was a valuable occasion ahead of tougher tests, beginning at Anfield.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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The Rams were fortunate to make a stop on defense, get the ball back, and score a field goal to send the game into overtime.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Chili's is axing some popular items from its kids' and dessert menus – while also rolling out a new offering aimed at keeping customers satisfied.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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With the sponsors, the networks, and the stations all satisfied with the arrangement, opponents of the blacklist turned to the FCC as the court of last resort.—
Thomas Doherty,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Here are luckiest numbers, places to play Did anyone win Powerball last night, October 4, 2025?—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
5 Oct. 2025
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The lucky ticket was sold at a MAPCO service station in Waynesville, which is about a 30-mile drive west from Asheville.—
Don Sweeney,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Oct. 2025
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As comedians from Bill Burr to Kevin Hart were slammed for performing at Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Comedy Festival, Dave Chappelle said the Middle Eastern nation is actually more suitable for stand-up than the United States.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Garlic from the grocery store is not suitable for growing.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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Prom Night Three years after an obsessed teacher killed her family, Donna Keppel has gotten her life back together enough to attend her Senior Prom.—
Caitlin White,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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Why are the internet’s pop fans so obsessed?—
Anna Gaca,
Pitchfork,
1 Oct. 2025
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Amorim was pleased his team negotiated that closing period with maturity.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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And Halford was pleased by how well his vocals meshed with Osbourne’s when they were added.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
4 Oct. 2025
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The agency later stated the animal was in good health, stress-free and receiving appropriate care from her handlers.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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And, restoring and maintaining the health of Florida’s 1,100 springs will require further study to tailor appropriate interventions to each one.—
Christopher F. Meindl,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Happy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happy. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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