Also spelled chearful
adj
Freq #7334
Meanings
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adj
Happy and showing good spirits.
She gave us a cheerful smile as we came in.
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adj
Pleasant and bright in a way that makes you feel good.
They painted the kitchen a cheerful shade of yellow.
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cheerfullest
Etymology
From Middle English chereful, cherful, equivalent to cheer + -ful.
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