sunny

adjective

sun·​ny ˈsə-nē 

sunnier; sunniest

1

: marked by brilliant sunlight : full of sunshine

2

: cheerful, optimistic

a sunny disposition

3

: exposed to, brightened by, or warmed by the sun

a sunny room

sunnily

ˈsə-nə-lē 

adverb

sunniness

ˈsə-nē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms

• aglow
• beaming
• bright
• glowing
• radiant

Examples of sunny in a Sentence

the sunniest parts of the country

We found a sunny place to have lunch.

If it's sunny later, we can go to the park.

Recent Examples on the Web

In sunny Germany, meanwhile, where solar panels are now cheaper than wood fencing, at least half a million apartment dwellers hung them from their balconies. —Bill McKibben, The New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2024

And, for those who prefer to drink your holiday cocktails on a sunny beach, that’s always an option, too. —Christina Pérez, Vogue, 13 Dec. 2024

This scent feels like that first sip of a margarita on a sunny day—zesty, cool, and just the right amount of sweet. —Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024

For a truly sunny break, in one of the most beautiful spots in Europe, Marbella is a great choice. —Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing sunny

• sunny-side up

Kids Definition

sunny

adjective

sun·​ny ˈsən-ē 

sunnier; sunniest

1

: bright with sunshine

2

: merry sense 1

a sunny smile

sunnily

ˈsən-ᵊl-ē 

adverb

sunniness

ˈsən-ē-nəs 

noun