1
as in fortunate
coming or happening by good luck especially unexpectedly
a happy discovery, finding the letter that would prove her innocence
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2
as in delighted
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
made bread for the first time and was happy with the tasty result
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3
as in satisfied
feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
has been much happier ever since she moved
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4
as in lucky
having good luck
the happy person who is both appreciated and rewarded for all his hard work
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5
as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
the wine was a happy complement to such a fine meal
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as in obsessed
having extreme or relentless concern
poll-happy pundits just care about which political candidate is winning, and never about the issues
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a happy ending
a happy birthday
a happy marriage
happy memories
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Recent Examples of happy
This plant is especially happy when growing in a hanging basket so that its stems can drape over the sides.
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Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 28 May 2025
But her boyfriend wasn't happy with that arrangement, either.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 27 May 2025
Buck, too, is looking for a new place, while Eddie is happy to see his son thriving with friends in Los Angeles.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 16 May 2025
People are generally happy to see you and talk with you, regardless of any differences.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2025
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Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 28 May 2025
But her boyfriend wasn't happy with that arrangement, either.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 27 May 2025
Buck, too, is looking for a new place, while Eddie is happy to see his son thriving with friends in Los Angeles.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 16 May 2025
People are generally happy to see you and talk with you, regardless of any differences.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for happy
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While feeling fortunate to build the foundation of a new WNBA franchise, Thornton was stripped of the opportunity to defend the Liberty’s title, which was the first in franchise history.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
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For those of us fortunate enough to live in peace and have the means, shelter is home—a place of safety, sanctuary, permanence perhaps.—
Nargess Banks,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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During the holocaust [sic] our grandparents would have been delighted if people in the free world had stood up for them.—
Ben Sales,
Sun Sentinel,
3 June 2025
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The Burruss shared multiple images of her and the gang exploring the Great Wall of China and being delighted tourists.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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Ultimately, will anyone be satisfied with this retelling?—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
28 May 2025
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Sure enough, Stephanie whips around with a satisfied smile.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
27 May 2025
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The lucky player beat odds of 1 in 324,632 to snag the historic prize.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2025
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Thousands of users commented how lucky the millennial was to be so loved by her parents.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Time for Thorough Searches: Interim appointments allow boards the necessary time to conduct comprehensive searches for suitable permanent leaders.—
Solange Charas,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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This work will reveal insights about the quasi-moon and help the team select a suitable sampling site.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
29 May 2025
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TikTok viewers instantly became obsessed with a Ring doorbell camera perfectly capturing a delivery driver's reaction after spotting dogs sitting at the front door.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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The Phineas and Ferb star previously revealed that her older daughter has become obsessed with her High School Musical character in a TikTok shared earlier this month.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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If your submission is selected for inclusion in the NPR News Quiz, you will be acknowledged in a list of contributors on NPR's website or otherwise receive appropriate credit, but failure to do so shall not be deemed a breach of your rights.—
Holly J. Morris,
NPR,
30 May 2025
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The suit seeks compensatory and general damages and special and/or punitive damages, costs associated with filing the lawsuit and other damages deemed appropriate by the court.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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Georgia, too, is worried about Ginny's behind-the-scenes machinations.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
7 June 2025
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The freemium search engine Kagi isn't worried about having the most comprehensive index.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
6 June 2025
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“Happy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happy. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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