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good humor

American  

noun

  1. a cheerful or amiable mood.


Etymology

Origin of good humor

First recorded in 1610–20

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Again as though making a training film, Mr. Jones surrounds the central figure with role models who maintain good humor and understanding throughout every patience-testing episode.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 23, 2026

Their final installment was all cheery good humor and self-congratulation.

From Slate May 9, 2025

Pompeo said she doesn’t know what’s next in this stage of her career, but with good humor, she and Duplass agreed: “Let’s hope this goes well.”

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 19, 2025

Adventurous and brave, amiable and with good humor, Washington Donaldson won hearts with his failures as well as his successes.

From Salon Nov. 3, 2024

He leaned on the side of the wagon, looking down at Father with gruff good humor.

From "Dragonwings" by Laurence Yep

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