cheerful
Translation
cheerful, happy, jolly
Examples
She has a very cheerful personality.
She has a very cheerful personality.
The room was painted in cheerful colors.
The room was painted in cheerful colours.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) is cheerful to be noticeably happy and optimistic She is always cheerful in the morning.
Similar Words
Synonyms: happy, bright, merry; Antonyms: sad, gloomy, miserable
Etymology
From 'cheer' (mood, spirit) + '-ful' (full of). Literally 'full of good spirits'.
Memory Tips
Think of a cheerleader, who is always full of energy and happiness.