chirpy

[chur-pee]

adjective

chirpier, chirpiest 

1. chirping or tending to chirp.

   chirpy birds.

2. cheerful; lively; spirited.

chirpy

/ ˈtʃɜːpɪ /

adjective

1. informal,  cheerful; lively

Other Word Forms

• chirpily adverb
• chirpiness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of chirpy¹

First recorded in 1830–40; chirp + -y ¹

Example Sentences

In a melodic, chirpy voice, speaking in unaccented American English and calling herself Orphan Ann, D’Aquino did done hundreds of broadcasts for a news and music show called “Zero Hour.”

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"Baby Shark", in which a shark family is introduced one by one to a chirpy tune, is a global megahit and has featured as a Macy's parade balloon in New York.

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The official trailer for the sequel shows the chirpy red-capped Italian plumber cavorting with his friends and nemeses in a colourful intergalactic universe.

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Launched more than 30 years ago, AOL dial-up was known for its chirpy whirring start-up sound, but it has long since been replaced by faster alternatives.

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In their favour, Remember Monday's performance is chirpy and fun, drawing on their background in musical theatre.

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Related Words

• animated 
• bright 
• buoyant 
• cheery 
• chipper 
• effervescent 
• enthusiastic 
• good-natured 
• happy 
• jaunty 
• jolly 
• joyful 
• lighthearted 
• lively 
• merry 
• optimistic 
• peppy 
• perky 
• pleasant 
• rosy