happy
adjective
/ˈhæpi/
Feeling or showing pleasure or contentment.
Quick answer
Common synonyms for "happy" include joyful, cheerful, merry, glad, elated, jubilant. Choose by context — see groups below.
Synonyms for "happy"
happy — joyful or cheerful
joyfulcheerfulmerrygladelatedjubilantexuberant
happy — content or satisfied
contentsatisfiedfulfilledgratifiedpleased
happy — fortunate or lucky
fortunateluckyblessedfavored
Antonyms for "happy"
Examples in context
- She was happy with the team's progress.
- We're so happy to welcome you aboard.
- It was a happy accident.
Usage note
Match the intensity: thrilled, delighted, content, or pleased each say something different.