GEMÜTLICH Synonyms: 153 Similar and Opposite Words

gemütlich

adjective

Definition of gemütlich

as in cheerful

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Adjective

Their cheerful golden blooms attract native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators throughout the summer, and their seed heads become an important food source for goldfinches and other songbirds in the fall and winter.

— Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 21 July 2026
On April 24, a 54-year-old male had a cardiac emergency on the attraction, a gentle boat ride that floats by scenes featuring cheerful puppets.

— Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026

Definition of cheerful

Adjective

The most stunning exchange of Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing to serve as attorney general came in response to an amiable question.

— Quinta Jurecic, The Atlantic, 16 July 2026
The amiable service at the onsite restaurant, The Whistling Grizzly, is just as good as the food—be sure to try the carrot cake or blood orange crème brûlée for dessert.

— Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of amiable

Adjective

Dorm room bedding essentials Create a comfortable, sleep-friendly space with the bedding essentials every dorm room needs, from Twin XL sheets to cozy mattress upgrades.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026
The two had to be separated after their kickoff press conference at Fanatics Fest nearly boiled over, Garcia has predicted a stoppage inside five rounds, and Benn has admitted the cut to 147 won't be comfortable.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of comfortable

Adjective

Outside, the guards were often genial and chatty; inside, visitors were treated as objects of suspicion, barked at and insulted.

— Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 13 July 2026
Dressed in a blue tee, jeans, and big headphones, Caldwell was a genial presence, repeatedly reminding the sunbaked crowd to drink water.

— Rolling Stone, Rolling Stone, 5 July 2026

Definition of genial

Adjective

Meaning, connecting deeply with the audience to the point of a congenial fracture of time and space.

— Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 1 July 2026
Even when his final Kings season collapsed around him, Hiller maintained a professional, even congenial, relationship with media members, and that can serve him well in the cauldron that is Toronto.

— Eric Stephens, New York Times, 17 June 2026

Definition of congenial

Adjective

Coffee is also grown on the estate, but tea tastings are particularly delightful, with black, green, oolong and white varieties to sample, some of which are served at Claridge’s.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 19 July 2026
Not only that, but the vibe in the lounge is quiet, with other guests reading or playing board games; evenings bring in a piano player in for delightful ambient music.

— Susan B. Barnes, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 July 2026

Definition of delightful

Adjective

With delicious options for chicken, steak, seafood, pork, and veggies, these versatile grilling recipes are great for family dinners or easy entertaining.

— Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026
The Sacramento Bee went on a search on behalf of the vegan/vegetarian fair goer and found delicious meals for anyone to enjoy.

— Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado July 25, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026

Definition of delicious

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