SUNNY Synonyms: 251 Similar and Opposite Words

sunny

adjective

ˈsə-nē

Definition of sunny

as in bright

having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness) her sunny laughter filled the house with joy

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as in cheerful

having or showing a good mood or disposition momentarily forgot their worries at the sight of the baby's sunny smile

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as in merry

indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor the good-natured waitresses enhance the restaurant's sunny and cheery atmosphere

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as in clear

not stormy or cloudy we are hoping for a sunny weekend so we can spend time at the beach

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Recent Examples of sunny Provide it with a grow light or very sunny window in fall and winter. — Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026 Also partly filled with nonprofessional young actors, Mitić’s hair-raising debut makes that French first feature look sunny by comparison. — Beatrice Loayza, Variety, 30 Aug. 2026 Baltimore-area residents can expect a mostly sunny and comfortable Saturday before temperatures climb into the 90s and chances for showers and thunderstorms return during the coming week. — The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore Sun, 29 Aug. 2026 On a sunny summer day, the 76-year-old crosses the rushing waters of the Mukungwa river on a pedestrian suspension bridge. — Fatma Tanis, NPR, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunny

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Adjective

Put the cutting in a warm place with bright, indirect light, keep the soil evenly moist, and open the bag once each day to let in fresh air.

— Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026
Mystery Men Throw it back to the Y2K era with this 1999 comedy starring a plethora of the era’s brightest comedic talents, including Ben Stiller, Kel Mitchell, Janeane Garofolo, and Paul Reubens.

— Kara Nesvig, Parents, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of bright

Adjective

Beyond Ningyocho station, cheap and cheerful izakaya sit next to longstanding kaiseki and sushi restaurants in heritage buildings, remnants of the era when this was Yoshicho, one of Tokyo's geisha quarters.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
The fragrance is a delicious mix of sweet, fruity, and floral, thanks to notes of citrus, agave, and jasmine, offering a bright and cheerful scent to your space.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of cheerful

Adjective

Rounding up his merry men of Sherwood Forest, and his Maid Marian (Olivia de Havilland), Robin goes about resisting John’s rule and securing Richard’s throne.

— Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026
Fortune’s intrepid tech editor, Alexei Oreskovic, and his merry band of reporters will carry on in my absence.

— Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of merry

Adjective

On Friday, Davide Ancelotti, Lille’s head coach, confirmed Fernandez-Pardo, who had made clear his desire to leave, would not train with the squad until after Tuesday’s transfer deadline.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Kayley and Nathan’s efforts are intercut with Kasandra opening her birthday present from Jeff (whose airways are now totally clear), a $100,000 diamond necklace.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of clear

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In the house’s southern wing, the primary suite is complete with a private deck and a limestone and Calacatta marble bathroom featuring a deep soaking tub, a steam shower, and radiant heated floors.

— Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 31 Aug. 2026
Nicole Kidman looked radiant in a seafoam green gown with a bold thigh-high slit at the Practical Magic 2 premiere in London on August 26.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of radiant

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Demographic experts are cautiously optimistic about the new scheme, which appears to offer more sustained and holistic support for families.

— Angelica Ang, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026
The 192-mile electric figure is reported as CLTC, which is China's relatively optimistic test cycle.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of optimistic

Adjective

Christie’s estimates the large, rare tempera and gouache painting of a festive, folkloric Russian scene, which Kandinsky made in Paris, will fetch over $30 million.

— Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Join the always festive crowd for strong, salty margaritas and classics like enchiladas and chiles rellenos, and mariachi on Friday and Saturday nights and all day Sunday.

— Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of festive

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