chirrupy

adjective

Definition of chirrupynext
as in cheerful

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chirrupy
  1. cheerful
  2. effervescent
  3. chirpy
  4. buoyant
  5. upbeat
  6. sparkly
  7. eager
  8. chipper
Adjective
  • Perhaps a more cheerful outlet for such fears is to become more frequent farmers market shoppers before the season ends.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • But for Miller, creating a cheerful classroom isn’t about filling every available space.
    — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of cheerful
Adjective
  • Along with the star, Bergamote 22 expertly blends in grapefruit and petitgrain for an effervescent opening, combined with white tea notes for extra freshness, plus a woody backbone of vetiver paired with amber and musk.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Aug. 2026
  • With her effervescent directorial debut, Meyer announces herself as a cinematic Caterpillar for the Alice in Wonderlands of our time.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of effervescent
Adjective
  • After New Year’s our mother dumps it, with all the glossy families and chirpy letters, in the trash.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
  • Also in residence is roommate Susie (Thaddea Graham), a chirpy cosplayer — and coincidentally Jinx’s biggest fan — whose skills will become valuable as Margo, needing cash, sets off into the world of OnlyFans.
    — Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Definition of chirpy
Adjective
  • Her lively cast, led by a buoyant Ella Rubin, bounce off each other in a remote, gorgeous, lakeside setting on which the show’s entire story pivots.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Sperm whales take their naps by first diving down a bit before the buoyant head turns toward the surface; by sinking tail-first to a depth of roughly 8 meters; or by slowly ascending to the surface after a deep dive (over 200 meters).
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of buoyant
Adjective
  • If goals diverge, name the common aim, then suggest a simple route that honors both needs, and your upbeat spirit will make consensus easier.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
  • In a day when outsized egos rule the sports landscape, Harvey is humble, upbeat and engaging.
    — Maury Brown, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of upbeat
Adjective
  • The water was sparkly and glittery thanks to the bright sunrays shining through, and one manta even flipped out of the ocean right in front of me.
    — Annie Daly, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
  • One table housed hockey sticks and sparkly leotards dangled from a nearby rack.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of sparkly
Adjective
  • Unlike many residents, some, like Hawkins, were eager to learn about the project.
    — Julia Avant, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • And while plenty of colleagues and acquaintances were all too eager to speak about those topics anonymously, almost nobody wanted their names attached.
    — Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of eager
Adjective
  • Wasn’t the entire point of season two making both the audience and Ted realize all the ways in which his ultra-chipper attitude and impenetrable optimism were a mask for decades of repressed sadness?
    — Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2023
  • The chipper Brydon, recommitted to his family after his infidelities in the second installment, is enjoying greater professional success.
    — Alex Shephard, The New Republic, 19 May 2020
Definition of chipper
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