gemütlich

adjective

Definition of gemütlichnext
as in cheerful

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemütlich
  1. cheerful
  2. amiable
  3. cheery
  4. comfortable
  5. genial
  6. congenial
  7. delightful
  8. delicious
Adjective
  • Beyond Ningyocho station, cheap and cheerful izakaya sit next to longstanding kaiseki and sushi restaurants in heritage buildings, remnants of the era when this was Yoshicho, one of Tokyo's geisha quarters.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The fragrance is a delicious mix of sweet, fruity, and floral, thanks to notes of citrus, agave, and jasmine, offering a bright and cheerful scent to your space.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of cheerful
Adjective
  • The four women are cardboard-cutout archetypes, played in amiable lightweight fashion.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Ruiz was also amiable and generous-hearted in these moments, less severe than usual, and accepted their help.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of amiable
Adjective
  • The grape has truly found its spiritual home in New Zealand, where winemakers generally make cheap and cheery versions sporting aromas and flavors of cut grass, green herbs, green apple, and melon.
    — Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Not the psychological optimism of cheery moods, but the scientific optimism that is the main subject of this book.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of cheery
Adjective
  • Here's why even more are ahead To be as comfortable as possible, dress appropriately for the weather, use bug spray and bring a blanket, a sleeping bag, or a reclining chair to lie on.
    — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Qiy Low-heel Knee High Boots Get the sleek look of a boot and still be comfortable enough to explore a new city with the low chunky heels of these knee-high boots.
    — Amber Cardullo, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of comfortable
Adjective
  • No shade on Parrish — as written, milquetoast Kevin is little more than an air of genial befuddlement with a jawline, an impression not helped by the predictability of his arc.
    — Jessica Kiang, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026
  • These not-so-genial genitors are hounding hiring managers, shadowing their kid’s Zoom calls off-camera, and even applying for jobs on their behalf, per the paper’s reporting, leaving their employers flabbergasted.
    — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of genial
Adjective
  • And while people are pressed close together, the mood of the train is largely congenial.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Meaning, connecting deeply with the audience to the point of a congenial fracture of time and space.
    — Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 1 July 2026
Definition of congenial
Adjective
  • Food and drink Name two more delightful words in the English language than ‘breakfast buffet’.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Here’s our Beginner’s Guide to Premier League teams, with history, mascots, kits and the most surprising or delightful fact about each team from our reporters.
    — Matt Piper, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of delightful
Adjective
  • Known for its sumptuous cuisine and delicious desserts, Italy has tourists lining up for gelato all over the peninsula.
    — Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Black Pepper Candied Bacon Fogo de Chão/MANNY RODRIGUEZ At Fogo de Chão, this delicious bacon dish is oven roasted with brown sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
    — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of delicious
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“Gemütlich.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gem%C3%BCtlich. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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