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happy

[hap-ee] / ˈhæp i /




Usage

What are other ways to say happy? Happy is an adjective that emphasizes a pleasant ending or something that happens at just the right moment: By a happy accident, I received the package on time. Fortunate implies that success is obtained by the operation of favorable circumstances more than by direct effort; it is usually applied to grave or large matters (especially those happening in the ordinary course of things): fortunate in one’s choice of a partner; a fortunate investment. Lucky, a more colloquial word, is applied to situations that turn out well by chance: lucky at cards; my lucky day.

Example Sentences

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Gervase’s one appearance in 2025 was enough to earn him a World Series ring, which he’ll be happy to share with the father who gave him an ultimatum to improve his game.

From Los Angeles Times

When I moved to Nashville, I was like, “If this doesn’t work out, I’d be just as happy working for a label on the marketing team.”

From Los Angeles Times

To the first point, investors were happy for AI to replace swaths of the professional workforce: That would allow companies to save millions on payroll expenses while improving efficiencies.

From Barron's

I’m rarely mentioned so when it happens, I’m always happy.

From Los Angeles Times

Wardley, meanwhile, is entirely at ease with the limelight and happy to trade lines.

From BBC