Cheer and Joylessness

Opposite meaning words

Cheer noun - A mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter.

Usage example: a birthday celebration filled with affection and cheer

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Joylessness is an antonym for cheer.

Joylessness noun - A state or spell of low spirits.

Usage example: the inescapable joylessness that marred Yuletide celebrations during the war years

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Cheer is an antonym for joylessness in topics: sorrow, gloominess.

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