happy

[ˈhæpi]

happy Definition

• 1. feeling or showing pleasure or contentment
• 2. fortunate and convenient

Using happy: Examples

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

• Example

  I'm so happy to see you!

• Example

  She was happy with her new job.

• Example

  He's a happy man.

• Example

  It was a happy coincidence that we met again.

happy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for happy

• pleased
• delighted
• joyful
• ecstatic
• blissful

Antonyms for happy

• unhappy
• miserable
• depressed

Idioms Using happy

• as happy as a clam

  very happy and content

  Example

  After winning the lottery, she was as happy as a clam.

• happy as Larry

  very happy and content

  Example

  He was happy as Larry after getting his dream job.

• put on a happy face

  to pretend to be happy or cheerful despite feeling sad or upset

  Example

  Even though she was going through a tough time, she put on a happy face for her friends.

Phrases with happy

• happy-go-lucky

  carefree and unconcerned about the future

  Example

  She has a happy-go-lucky attitude towards life.

• happy camper

  a person who is content with their situation

  Example

  After getting a promotion, he's been a happy camper at work.

• make someone happy

  to bring joy or pleasure to someone

  Example

  The surprise party made her very happy.

Origins of happy

from Middle English 'hap', meaning 'chance, fortune'

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Summary: happy in Brief

The term 'happy' [ˈhæpi] describes a feeling of pleasure or contentment, as well as a fortunate or convenient situation. It can be used to express joy in various contexts, such as 'I'm so happy to see you!' or 'She was happy with her new job.' The phrase 'happy-go-lucky' denotes a carefree attitude, while idioms like 'as happy as a clam' and 'happy as Larry' indicate extreme happiness.