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feelgood

ADJECTIVE
carefree
Synonyms
STRONGEST
blithe breezy cheerful cheery easygoing happy happy-go-lucky jaunty jovial laid back sunny unanxious unbothered
WEAK
airy at ease buoyant calm careless cool easy insouciant secure
Antonyms
STRONGEST
depressed dissatisfied sad troubled unhappy
WEAK
anxious heavy-hearted worried
ADJECTIVE
lighthearted
Synonyms
STRONGEST
buoyant jolly jovial joyous laid-back lively playful upbeat
WEAK
blithe blithesome bright cheerful effervescent expansive frolicsome gay glad gleeful happy happy-go-lucky high-spirited insouciant jocund joyful lightsome merry resilient spirited sprightly sunny vivacious volatile
Antonyms
STRONGEST
depressed down sad unhappy
WEAK
heavy-hearted troubled upset worried

Example Sentences

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Although the feelgood factor has faded a little after disappointing exits from the Europa League and Coupe de France, they remain fourth in Ligue 1 and firmly in the hunt for Champions League qualification.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

That would have been one of the big takeaways from that tournament - the need to hold on to the energy and feelgood that got them there in the first place.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Jesus capped a memorable evening for Arsenal with his feelgood moment in the 78th minute.

From Barron's • Dec. 30, 2025

In this intricate display of instrumentalism, dark electronica and high-pitched vocals blend into feelgood jazz and ’80s synth pop without notice.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 24, 2025

The English public has been spoiled by women's sport in recent summers, with football's Lionesses and rugby's Red Roses igniting a feelgood spirit which may inspire a generation.

From BBC • Oct. 29, 2025