cheery
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈtʃɪɹi// UK //tʃˈiəɹi// cheery
adj. feeling or showing that you are happy and positive. It describes someone who is in a good mood and acts in a bright, friendly way.
adj. characterised by or expressing good spirits and optimism. Often describes a person's disposition or the bright, pleasant quality of an object or environment.
She gave me a cheery wave as she walked past.
Despite the rainy weather, the receptionist greeted every guest with a cheery smile and a helpful attitude.
The room was decorated in cheery yellow tones to counteract the gloomy atmosphere of the old building's narrow corridors.
From Middle English cheri, equivalent to cheer + -y.
Usage
Often used to describe facial expressions, voices, or colors that suggest happiness.
- Nouncheer
- Nouncheerleader
- Adjectivecheerful
- Adjectivecheery
- Interjectioncheers