cheeful

/ˈtʃɛrfʊl/

Definitions

1. adjective

feeling or showing joy, happiness, or pleasure; bright and pleasant in effect

“She had a cheerful smile as she walked into the room.”

2. noun

a cheerful person

“He was the life of the party, a real cheerful.”

3. adverb

in a cheerful manner

“They sang cheerful throughout the concert.”

Synonyms

  • bright
  • cheery
  • jolly

Antonyms

  • depressed
  • gloomy
  • somber