1
as in delighted
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
made bread for the first time and was happy with the tasty result
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2
as in fortunate
coming or happening by good luck especially unexpectedly
a happy discovery, finding the letter that would prove her innocence
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3
as in satisfied
feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
has been much happier ever since she moved
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as in lucky
having good luck
the happy person who is both appreciated and rewarded for all his hard work
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as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
the wine was a happy complement to such a fine meal
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as in obsessed
having extreme or relentless concern
poll-happy pundits just care about which political candidate is winning, and never about the issues
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Recent Examples of happy
Raleigh was not happy such a high percentage of funding was going to go to light rail.
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Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2025
Teyana Taylor is one happy Swiftie.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2025
Ahead of the 2025 season, there were plenty of reports that Jennings was not happy with his current contract.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
My heart is so incredibly happy.
—Jamie Ballard, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
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Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2025
Teyana Taylor is one happy Swiftie.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2025
Ahead of the 2025 season, there were plenty of reports that Jennings was not happy with his current contract.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
My heart is so incredibly happy.
—Jamie Ballard, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for happy
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Since launching her eponymous label in 2017, Mardahl has scooped up a global fan base delighted to sprinkle their homes with wavy dishes and sculptural cups, each fashioned in its own unique, sometimes unpredictable shape.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
13 Oct. 2025
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In Horizons, the tricksy character is introduced like many of the anime's ghosties before it, causing mayhem aboard the Brave Olivine for an eventually delighted Liko and Roy in episode 30.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
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The photographers in the red and white jackets run for cover, but the individual in the orange jacket is not so fortunate.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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The Penguins were pretty fortunate to head to the locker room even at 2 after playing a fairly uninspiring first two periods.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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High-protein desserts can be a great way to indulge your sweet tooth, promote satiety (feeling satisfied after eating), balance blood sugar, and support muscle repair.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
20 Oct. 2025
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In the process, the team reviewed multiple samples, fine-tuning the bottle, the box, and overall packaging of Roué until all parties were satisfied.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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No surviving on lucky bounces and better health.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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Even luckier, a well-rounded preppy wardrobe doesn’t have to break the bank.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Oct. 2025
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The assessment by PlanIT Geo also found that only 29% of Pittsburg’s land is suitable for new tree planting, due to impervious surfaces.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
19 Oct. 2025
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Dill quickly found three more suitable classrooms at La Costa Canyon High School for the ATP students.—
Marsha Sutton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Oct. 2025
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Then again, why not celebrate Christmas in a country that’s so festive-obsessed, decorations are usually in place in most homes by early fall?—
Mark Ellwood,
AFAR Media,
20 Oct. 2025
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Music fans remain obsessed with how the site rates their favorites, and artists have Pitchfork on their mind too.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
17 Oct. 2025
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Ultimately, Howard was pleased with the outcome (the Dodgers won 4 games to the Yankees' 1).—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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Aaron Rodgers was not pleased with one of his teammates during Thursday night’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals after the four-time league MVP was brought to the ground by a 300-pound offensive tackle during a touchdown celebration.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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The appropriate State or local election official shall place such names on the official voting list.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Oct. 2025
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Reddit threads dissect what’s real and what’s not, cataloging whether a timepiece is authentic, era-appropriate, or even properly worn.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Happy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happy. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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