Finesentence logo

Sunnier: meaning, definitions and examples

☀️
Add to dictionary

sunnier

 

[ ˈsʌniər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

weather condition

Sunnier refers to a condition characterized by more sunshine compared to another period or location. It is often used to describe weather that is bright and cheerful, implying pleasant temperatures and a positive mood. This term is commonly used in meteorology and casual conversation about daily weather forecasts. The comparative form of 'sunny', sunnier indicates an increase in sunlight, making it a desirable quality in many contexts.

Synonyms

brighter, cheerier, clearer

Examples of usage

  • Today is sunnier than yesterday.
  • We prefer sunnier locations for our vacation.
  • The forecast says it will be sunnier this weekend.

Translations

Translations of the word "sunnier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais ensolarado

🇮🇳 ज्यादा धूप वाला

🇩🇪 sonniger

🇮🇩 lebih cerah

🇺🇦 сонячніший

🇵🇱 bardziej słoneczny

🇯🇵 より晴れた

🇫🇷 plus ensoleillé

🇪🇸 más soleado

🇹🇷 daha güneşli

🇰🇷 더 햇살 좋은

🇸🇦 أكثر إشراقًا

🇨🇿 slunečnější

🇸🇰 slnečnejší

🇨🇳 更阳光明媚

🇸🇮 bolj sončen

🇮🇸 sólríkari

🇰🇿 көп күн шуақты

🇬🇪 მეტად მზიანი

🇦🇿 daha günəşli

🇲🇽 más soleado

Etymology

The word 'sunny' originates from the Old English 'sunne', which means 'sun'. It dates back to the 12th century when it began to describe conditions filled with sunlight. The comparative suffix '-er' was added to create 'sunnier', denoting a comparison to a standard sunny state. The use of 'sunnier' has evolved over time to convey not only the amount of sunlight but also an emotive quality associated with warmth and happiness. Its usage in literature and everyday language reflects a universal appreciation for sunny weather and its positive impact on mood and activities.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,722, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.