chipper

[ˈtʃɪpər]

chipper Definition

• 1. cheerful and lively
• 2. a machine or tool for chipping wood or other materials

Using chipper: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chipper" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She was feeling chipper after a good night's sleep.

• Example

  The chipper made quick work of the tree branches.

• Example

  He greeted us with a chipper smile.

• Example

  Despite the long hike, she remained chipper throughout.

chipper Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chipper

• cheerful
• lively
• perky
• buoyant
• jaunty

Antonyms for chipper

• depressed
• gloomy
• miserable

Phrases with chipper

• chipper away at something

  to make progress on a task by working at it steadily over time

  Example

  He's been chipping away at his novel for months now.

• chipper up

  to become more cheerful or lively

  Example

  She started to chipper up once she heard the good news.

• chipper mood

  a state of being cheerful and lively

  Example

  Despite the bad weather, she was in a chipper mood all day.

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Summary: chipper in Brief

The term 'chipper' [ˈtʃɪpər] refers to a person or thing that is cheerful and lively. It can also refer to a machine or tool used for chipping wood or other materials. Examples include 'She was feeling chipper after a good night's sleep.' and 'The chipper made quick work of the tree branches.' Phrases like 'chipper away at something' denote steady progress, while 'chipper up' implies becoming more cheerful.