cheerfulness

Definitions

The quality or state of being noticeably happy and optimistic.

A disposition characterized by brightness, good spirits, and a lack of gloom.

Examples

Her natural cheerfulness brightened the entire room during the gloomy afternoon.

Despite the difficult circumstances, he maintained a sense of cheerfulness that inspired his colleagues.

The children's infectious cheerfulness made the long wait at the airport much more bearable.

Synonyms

joyfulness gaiety joviality elation buoyancy lightheartedness glee

Antonyms

sadness gloom misery depression melancholy despondency sorrow