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good humor

American  

noun

  1. a cheerful or amiable mood.


Etymology

Origin of good humor

First recorded in 1610–20

Example Sentences

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I wanted to say something back to Daisy but I figured that as long as Mama was in a good humor I had better leave well enough alone.

From Literature

Lord Fredrick’s good humor seemed to leave him all at once.

From Literature

“There was not a trace of feigning good humor about him.”

From Salon

But Goodall herself, like many scientists, was a “Far Side” fan and responded with good humor: “Wow! Fantastic! Real fame at last! Fancy being in a Gary Larson cartoon!”

From Salon

Hill responded in good humor on X: “Should’ve left it up @Colts , this was funny,” with a shrug emoji.

From Los Angeles Times