Cheerful Definition

cheerful
adjective
  1. being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits; "her cheerful nature"; "a cheerful greeting"; "a cheerful room"; "as cheerful as anyone confined to a hospital bed could be"
  2. pleasantly (even unrealistically) optimistic

"Cheerful" in song lyrics

See how cheerful is used in real songs:

  • "The ladies rushed the stage the rest got cheerful"
    DJ KaySlay & Greg Street f/ Chamillionaire, Papoose, Yung Joc — Pop the Trunk
  • "Roadtest: 2012 Tata Nano is cheap and cheerful"
    IBN Live — IBN Live

Usage tips for "cheerful"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "cheerful" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for cheerful to find words that pair well.

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