happy

adjective

UK/ˈhæp.i/
US/ˈhæp.i/

Definitions of happy adjective

emotion

  1. A1

    Experiencing or expressing joy, contentment, or pleasure.

    • They shared a happy marriage, filled with love and mutual respect.

    • She seemed genuinely happy at the surprise party.

    • Many people believe that their school days were the happiest time of their lives.

expression

  1. A1Before noun

    Used to convey good wishes on special occasions, expressing joy.

    • Happy birthday to you!

    • Happy Anniversary to the lovely couple!

    • Wishing you a Happy New Year!

fortune

  1. Before noun

    Characterized by good fortune; fortunate or lucky.

    • It was a happy coincidence that we both ended up attending the same conference.

quality

  1. literary

    Well-chosen or suitable, especially in a particular context.

    • His speech was not a happy choice of words, considering the sensitivity of the matter.

Idioms

  • the happy event

    The birth of a child, often used to refer to a long-awaited and joyous occasion.

    They are preparing for the happy event that is soon to come.

  • the happy day

    Refers to the wedding day or the wedding ceremony.

    They have finally decided on the happy day for their wedding.

  • not be a happy camper

    To be displeased or dissatisfied with a situation.

    He was not a happy camper when he found out his promotion had been cancelled.