as in cheerfulness
a mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter
a moment of cheeriness interrupted the solemn discussion
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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
a cheery grin on the host of the holiday party
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as in bright
serving to lift one's spirits
a cheery, unexpected compliment can really make another person's day
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Recent Examples of cheeriness
Adam Rasmi, Time, 20 June 2025
Beautiful cheery, light, floral aromas in this Pinot Noir.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
By turns wry and cheery, Leads offers unlessony lessons in stirring up trouble, letting go, and finding clarity in disorder.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2025
The Life of Chuck Just as the title suggests, this movie is about the life of a man named Chuck, played by a cheery Tom Hiddleston, and takes place over three eras in his life, from childhood to adulthood.
—Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 6 June 2025
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Adjective
All of which adds urgency to the cheery Netherlander holding the reins.
War and tragedy have loomed over Rutte’s life.
—Adam Rasmi, Time, 20 June 2025
Beautiful cheery, light, floral aromas in this Pinot Noir.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
By turns wry and cheery, Leads offers unlessony lessons in stirring up trouble, letting go, and finding clarity in disorder.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2025
The Life of Chuck Just as the title suggests, this movie is about the life of a man named Chuck, played by a cheery Tom Hiddleston, and takes place over three eras in his life, from childhood to adulthood.
—Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheeriness
Adjective
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More Getty Images Just hours earlier, Korda had posted a cheerful story showing four oversized suitcases and her golf travel bag lined up at the airport.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Despite his serious voice, Gamboa highlighted González’s cheerful character.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 July 2025
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Refreshing, vibrant, and very satisfying with a bright cleansing finish.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Known for its bright colors and vivid patterns, the store specializes in women’s clothes fit for a resort or a vacation to a tropical island.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Fans have already started expressing their glee over the news on social media.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
11 June 2025
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As the country’s friends have looked on in horror and its rivals have watched with glee, the United States has gone from indispensable to insufferable.—
KORI SCHAKE,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
Adjective
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Vonda Wright, an orthopedic surgeon and author of Unbreakable: A Woman's Guide to Aging with Power, had optimistic thoughts.—
Kristin Auble,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
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Some market observers are concerned that investors are being too optimistic.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
9 July 2025
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“Cheeriness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheeriness. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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