cheerful

adjective

SayCHEER-ful/ˈt͡ʃɪɹfl̩/UK/ˈt͡ʃɪəfl̩/

2 meanings of cheerful

1
adjective
Feeling and showing happiness, often in a way other people can easily notice.
Like a sunny morning that makes you want to smile.
She gave a cheerful wave as we drove past.
He stayed cheerful even after losing the match.
Similarhappy, cheery, joyful, merry, optimistic
Oppositesad, gloomy, miserable, depressed
2
adjective
Bright, warm, and nice to be in or to look at.
Like a room full of sunshine and bright colors.
They painted the kitchen a cheerful shade of yellow.
The little cafe had a cheerful look with its flowers and bright walls.
Similarbright, sunny, pleasant, lively, colorful
Oppositedreary, gloomy, drab, dismal

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Origin

From Middle English chereful, made from cheer plus -ful.