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sunny
/ˈsʌn.i/
having plenty of bright sunlight
It's a sunny day today, perfect for a picnic.
The weather is bright and clear with abundant sunshine.
neutral
having bright sunlight; full of sunshine
We enjoyed a sunny afternoon at the beach.
The beach was bright and warm with lots of sunlight.
The room has a sunny window that faces south.
The window in the room receives direct sunlight.
Used to describe weather, places, or periods with abundant sunlight.
Pro Tip
Describing weather
Use 'sunny' to describe days or places with lots of sunlight. Example: 'The weather is sunny today.'
Gold Rule
Adjective form
'Sunny' is the adjective form of 'sun.' It describes something that has or receives sunlight.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'sunnig', derived from Old English 'sunnig' (sunny), related to 'sun' (Old English 'sunne'). Cognate with Dutch 'zonnig' and German 'sonnig'.
Usage Notes
Commonly used to describe weather conditions, landscapes, or moods metaphorically (e.g., 'sunny disposition').
Word Breakdown
sun
the star at the center of our solar system
root-y
suffix forming adjectives meaning 'characterized by'
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