Cheer'ful, a.
a. 1. Having good spirits; calmly joyful; lively; animated. “To entertain a cheerful disposition.” Shak.
The cheerful birds of sundry kind do chant sweet music. Spenser.
Sense 2. Promoting good spirits or happiness.
Peace and a cheerful confidence in the mercy of God. Macaulay.
“General applause and cheerful shouts.” Shak.
Formerly pronounced chēr'ful.
Synonyms—Lively; animated; gay; joyful; lightsome; gleeful; blithe; airy; sprightly; jocund; jolly.