adj
chirpy
CHUR-pee
Chirpy (adj) means Cheerful and lively, especially in a way that seems a bit much early in the day. Example: “He's always disgustingly chirpy before 7am.”
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Cheerful and lively, especially in a way that seems a bit much early in the day.
"He's always disgustingly chirpy before 7am."
"She gave a chirpy greeting to everyone in the office."
How to use chirpy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBright, upbeat, and cheerful in manner.
When to use it
Informal, and mostly British in everyday use.
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Word forms
- Plural
- chirpies
- Comparative
- chirpier
- Superlative
- chirpiest
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He's always disgustingly _____ before 7am.
Etymology
From "chirp" plus the adjective suffix -y, comparing a cheerful mood to a bird's chirping.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “chirpy” mean?
The word “chirpy” means cheerful and lively, especially in a way that seems a bit much early in the day. In plain terms, bright, upbeat, and cheerful in manner.
How do you pronounce “chirpy”?
“Chirpy” is pronounced CHUR-pee (/ˈt͡ʃɜː(ɹ)pi/ in IPA).
How do you use “chirpy” in a sentence?
Here is “chirpy” used in a sentence: “He's always disgustingly chirpy before 7am.”
What part of speech is “chirpy”?
“Chirpy” is an adjective.
