jaunty

/ˈdʒɔːnti/adjective

Showing a cheerful, confident, and energetic attitude.

Example sentences

“She wore her hat at a jaunty angle and smiled at everyone.”
“He walked into the office with a jaunty step, whistling a tune.”

Describes angles as well as moods: a hat worn 'at a jaunty angle' is the classic phrase.

Featured as word of the day on July 21, 2026.

Synonyms for jaunty

cheerful
sprightly
perky
breezy
lively

Antonyms

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Related words

buoyantCheerful and full of energy.jovialFull of good humor and warmth toward others.intrepidBrave and adventurous; showing no fear.industriousWorking hard and steadily; diligent.litheSlender and flexible, moving with ease and grace.indomitableImpossible to defeat, discourage, or bring under control.