as in glee
a mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter
his constant cheerfulness makes him a pleasure to be around
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Recent Examples of cheerfulness
Lastly, yellow tulips symbolize cheerfulness, happiness, and optimism.
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Michelle Mastro, Architectural Digest, 24 Mar. 2026
His cheerfulness and laughter often brought strength and refreshment to me in difficult times.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2026
Raines replied, her usual cheerfulness stepping up a notch.
—Rebecca Boone, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
Ian Schrager’s Italian protégé Aldo Melpignano promises to bring the same energy and cheerfulness that the Borgo Egnazia is known for, though here with a South Tyrolean style.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
As Milchick, Tillman infused an unnerving cheerfulness into Lumon Industries’ macrodata refinement supervisor, a character who became increasingly central in Season 2.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 15 Sep. 2025
Her vivacious attitude connects her with Aries (Stacey’s actual birthday is April 3) due to her fearlessness and cheerfulness in situations, no matter what is thrown at her.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
His cheerfulness and laughter often brought strength and refreshment to me in difficult times.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019
Michelle Mastro, Architectural Digest, 24 Mar. 2026
His cheerfulness and laughter often brought strength and refreshment to me in difficult times.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2026
Raines replied, her usual cheerfulness stepping up a notch.
—Rebecca Boone, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
Ian Schrager’s Italian protégé Aldo Melpignano promises to bring the same energy and cheerfulness that the Borgo Egnazia is known for, though here with a South Tyrolean style.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
As Milchick, Tillman infused an unnerving cheerfulness into Lumon Industries’ macrodata refinement supervisor, a character who became increasingly central in Season 2.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 15 Sep. 2025
Her vivacious attitude connects her with Aries (Stacey’s actual birthday is April 3) due to her fearlessness and cheerfulness in situations, no matter what is thrown at her.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
His cheerfulness and laughter often brought strength and refreshment to me in difficult times.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheerfulness
Noun
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What wasn't hidden was their apparent glee.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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But that he – along with fellow Pittsburgher Wiz Khalifa and country star Kane Brown – has been tapped to perform during the 2026 NFL Draft in his hometown has the gregarious rocker vibrating with glee.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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All the festivities came to a halt in the sixth minute when Austin took the lead on a header by Guilherme Biro off a Facundo Torres corner kick.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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The 13 Going on 30 actress ditched her signature minimalist glam for a bright pink lip while giving fans a glimpse at her Easter festivities with her family on Sunday.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Early into Tuesday night’s Florida Panthers game, two things made fans jump up and cheer.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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Last summer, the president was once again greeted with boos and cheers while attending the opening night of Les Misérables at the Kennedy Center.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That isn’t to say that Buffett conducts business with blind cheeriness and optimism — nor did Murphy, Buffett said.—
Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
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But that cheeriness might be starting to wear off.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Cheerfulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheerfulness. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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