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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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The mother of Child E, who described her son as a "hilarious, cheeky, happy little boy," said his trust had been "manipulated and ultimately destroyed".

From BBC

“We’re happy to be part of this, a wonderful journey with our fellow nominees and filmmakers, even those who weren’t recognized by the academy,” Anderson said.

From Los Angeles Times

“I was happy with the way we competed,” Cronin said when asked whether he learned anything about his players during a spirited Big Ten tournament run.

From Los Angeles Times

Chevalier said, “I’m happy, I’m proud and I’m exhausted.”

From Los Angeles Times

While he doesn't rate himself on a scale of one to 10 like Marvin, Leander feels happy with how he looks now, "80% of the time".

From BBC