blithesome

adjective

ˈblīth-səm How to pronounce blithesome (audio)
Definition of blithesomenext
1
as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition a blithesome girl who never seems to be sad or angry

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2
as in merry
indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor a blithesome and silly joke among old friends

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  1. cheerful
  2. merry
  3. bright
  4. jolly
  5. optimistic
  6. festive
Adjective
  • Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams is reportedly of interest to United as a cheap and cheerful option.
    — Carl Anka, New York Times, 9 July 2026
  • Ahead, gardening experts share the heat- and sun-loving annuals to plant in July, from cheerful border plants to towering blooms.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026
Definition of cheerful
Adjective
  • No decision fatigue or awkward conversations to be had; the more, the merrier, baby!
    — Emma Specter, Vogue, 6 July 2026
  • Some may argue that the more the merrier applies as much to advocacy for social justice as to anything else.
    — Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 28 June 2026
Definition of merry
Adjective
  • The White Sox are winning, and the future is suddenly bright.
    — Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • The bright and airy Hotel San Luis Obispo (Hotel SLO,) which calls itself a modern urban resort, boasts The Ox and Anchor restaurant which has earned a Michelin Key.
    — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of bright
Adjective
  • The problem was that plenty of officials from both the government and national association wanted in on the glory, piggy-backing on the team for a jolly trip to the World Cup.
    — Nick Miller, New York Times, 17 June 2026
  • The Tar Heels went three-up, three-down in the sixth, but the next inning Gallaher and his teammates were having a jolly time on a clear and cool evening at Charles Schwab Field.
    — Eric Olson, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 June 2026
Definition of jolly
Adjective
  • Instead, some slopes are resorting to creating snow artificially, while hotels and restaurants do their best to stay optimistic.
    — Cristopher Ulloa, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
  • His eight turnovers reflected the rookie’s inevitable learning curve, but did little to diminish the flashes that have the Jazz so optimistic about the future.
    — Tony Jones, New York Times, 10 July 2026
Definition of optimistic
Adjective
  • Founded in the late 1950s, the Latino-centric and free-to-watch Zorrilla League in East New York is known for its festive atmosphere and features many former pros.
    — James McClellan, Curbed, 10 July 2026
  • From cozy, nostalgic desserts to frosty treats and festive drinks, our recipes make the most of these jewel-like berries.
    — Anna Kovel, Martha Stewart, 10 July 2026
Definition of festive
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