cheery
UK: ˈtʃɪəri | US: ˈtʃɪri
adj. bright and pleasant in a way that makes you feel happy
adj. showing or inspiring cheerfulness
The word cheery originates from the Middle English cheri, derived from Old French chiere (meaning "face" or "expression"), which itself traces back to Late Latin cara (head). Over time, cheer evolved to denote mood or disposition (e.g., "good cheer"), and the suffix -y was added to form an adjective meaning "full of cheer." The shift from literal "face" to abstract "happiness" reflects the cultural link between facial expressions and emotional states.
She gave a cheery wave as she walked past.
The room was painted in cheery yellow tones.
Despite the rain, his mood remained cheery.
The waiter’s cheery attitude brightened our meal.
A cheery fire crackled in the fireplace.