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
Half critic, half concierge, Edwards’ round-ups are generally distinguished by a cheerfulness.
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Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
As a teen-ager listening to folk music in London pubs, I’d been attracted to the instrument’s nimble, tinkling cheerfulness, its being on the margins, not too demanding, perhaps.
—Tim Parks, New Yorker, 11 Apr. 2026
Lastly, yellow tulips symbolize cheerfulness, happiness, and optimism.
—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
Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
As a teen-ager listening to folk music in London pubs, I’d been attracted to the instrument’s nimble, tinkling cheerfulness, its being on the margins, not too demanding, perhaps.
—Tim Parks, New Yorker, 11 Apr. 2026
Lastly, yellow tulips symbolize cheerfulness, happiness, and optimism.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheerfulness
Noun
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But there’s no schadenfreude watching her squeeze into a middle seat, no glee in her comeuppance.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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There is always glee in Washington in advance of royal visits.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This summer, a series of events, exhibitions, and festivities will celebrate the return of the World Cup to Dallas, adding extra appeal to a city that’s been enjoying a major epicurean renaissance of late.—
Jonathan Thompson,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2026
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At home in New York, there’s the pre-Met festivities.—
Irene Kim,
Vogue,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Wattson, the Kromfohrlander who stars as Copernicus, trotted out (in a tuxedo) with his trainer to audience cheers and applause.—
Abby Stern,
HollywoodReporter,
6 May 2026
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The celebratory announcement was met with cheers and sighs of relief, appearing to solidify the team’s home for the next three decades.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
6 May 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
Cite this Entry
“Cheerfulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheerfulness. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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