Cheerfulness

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃɪərfəlnəs/

Definitions of cheerfulness

noun a state or quality of being cheerful; a feeling or expression of happiness or good spirits

Example Sentences

A1 Her cheerfulness brightened up the room.

A2 I appreciate his cheerfulness even in difficult times.

B1 The cheerfulness of the children playing outside was contagious.

B2 Her natural cheerfulness made everyone feel at ease.

C1 His cheerfulness was a constant source of positivity in the office.

C2 The cheerfulness in her voice was evident even over the phone.

Examples of cheerfulness in a Sentence

formal Her constant cheerfulness brightened up the office environment.

informal I love hanging out with Sarah, her cheerfulness is contagious.

slang I can't help but smile when I see his cheerfulness shining through.

figurative The sun's rays seemed to mimic her cheerfulness, spreading warmth and joy wherever they touched.

Grammatical Forms of cheerfulness

• plural: cheerfulnesses
• comparative: more cheerful
• superlative: most cheerful
• present tense: cheerfulness
• future tense: will be cheerful
• perfect tense: has been cheerful
• continuous tense: is being cheerful
• singular: cheerfulness
• positive degree: cheerful
• infinitive: to be cheerful
• gerund: cheerfulness
• participle: cheerful

Origin and Evolution of cheerfulness

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'cheerfulness' originated from the Middle English word 'cherful', which was derived from the Old English word 'cēorful' meaning full of cheer.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'cheerfulness' has retained its original meaning of being full of cheer and happiness. It is commonly used to describe a state of being joyful and positive.