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Meaning of cheerfulness
The state or quality of being cheerful.
Etymology of cheerfulness
The word "cheerfulness" originates from the Old English word "ceor" or "cheer", which meant "face" or "countenance", and the suffix "-fulness", which forms a noun indicating a quality or state
The word has been in use since the 15th century to describe a person's disposition or attitude, with its meaning evolving over time to encompass a range of positive emotional states
Synonyms
joyfulness
happiness
cheer
joviality
geniality
affability
amiability
cordiality
warmth
sunny disposition
optimism
positivity
buoyancy
lightheartedness
gleefulness
jollity
hilarity
merriment
glee
delight
euphoria
elation
exhilaration
effervescence
vivacity
sprightliness
liveliness
radiance
beaming
ebullience
zest
enthusiasm
exuberance
high spirits
good humor
blitheness
airiness
Definitions
- The quality of being cheerful and optimistic, or a feeling of joy and delight
- * A pleasant and friendly atmosphere or attitude
Usage Examples
- Her cheerfulness was infectious and soon the whole room was filled with laughter
- * The team's cheerfulness and enthusiasm inspired them to win the game
- * The cheerfulness of the staff made the hotel feel welcoming and friendly
Antonyms
gloominess
sadness
unhappiness
melancholy
sorrow
despair
despondency
hopelessness
pessimism
negativity
bitterness
resentment
anger
irritability
sullenness
moroseness
glumness
dourness
sternness
austerity
seriousness
solemnity
somberness
dreariness
dullness