Cheer
Cheer noun - A mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter.
Oppression is an antonym for cheer.
Oppression
Oppression noun - A state or spell of low spirits.
Usage example: suffered a lingering oppression in the weeks after his dog died
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