Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
happy-as-larry
idiom
/ˈhæpi æz ˈlɑːri/
Definition
A phrase used to describe someone who is very happy or content, often without any particular reason.
Examples
- After receiving the good news, she was happy as Larry.
- He went to the party and was happy as Larry all night long.
Meaning
The expression ‘happy-as-larry’ suggests a state of unbothered joy and satisfaction in one’s life, typically conveyed through a cheerful demeanor.
Synonyms
- content
- delighted
- elated
- overjoyed
- jubilant
