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cheerfulness

ˈtʃɪərfəlnəs

[ˈtʃɪərfəlnəs]

the state of being cheerful

Intermediatenoun

Definition

A happy and positive disposition or mood.

Example

His cheerfulness was contagious among the team.

His cheerfulness was contagious among the team.

Etymology

From 'cheerful' plus '-ness'.

How & Where It’s Used

Names a lasting bright mood or temperament.

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