cheerier; cheeriest
1
: marked by cheerfulness or good spirits
2
: causing or suggesting cheerfulness
cheery music
cheerily adverb
cheeriness noun

Examples of cheery in a Sentence

a cheery grin on the host of the holiday party a cheery, unexpected compliment can really make another person's day
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The Saffiano leather tote is sturdy and available in two cheery colors: a white Meringue and a light pink Terracotta Tile. Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 26 July 2025 Available in the brand’s cheery Blueberry and Raspberry colors, the lightweight pan is made from aluminized steel for even browning and has a dual-layered nonstick ceramic coating that helps sweet and savory bakes slide right out. Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 June 2025 There has definitely been a paradigm shift in the perception of rosé wine in the past few years, moving from a cheap and cheery summer sipper to a serious wine category. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 29 May 2025 Choose from more than a dozen colors, ranging from classic neutrals to cheery pops of color. Danielle Calma, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for cheery

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of cheery was in the 15th century

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“Cheery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cheery. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

cheery

adjective
cheerier; cheeriest
: merry and bright in manner or effect : cheerful
cheerily adverb
cheeriness noun

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