Definition

More cheerful or happy than someone or something else.

Example

She felt cheerier after receiving good news from her friend.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I noticed you seem a lot cheerier today than usual.

Yeah, I got some good news this morning that really lifted my spirits.

That's awesome! I love when things start to look up.

Me too! It makes everything feel a bit brighter.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cheerier → It is formed from "cheer" (from Old English *cēar*, meaning joy or gladness) and "-ier" (a comparative suffix indicating more). The word "cheerier" means more cheerful or having a greater sense of joy than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for joy ('cēar') and remember that 'cheerier' means having more joy.

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