feel-good

adjective

Definition of feel-goodnext
as in nostalgic

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Recent Examples of feel-good Its swinging rhythm, bright instrumentation and feel-good lyrics keep the mood light and the energy flowing. — Qygwork, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2026 Sanford shines Everybody loves a comeback story, and Re’Shaun Sanford II continues to be the feel-good story of the first month of the season. — Joseph Duarte, Houston Chronicle, 27 Sep. 2026 This is the systems-level change that ensures volunteering is not just a feel-good activity but also a measurable driver of community outcomes. — Jennifer Sirangelo, Forbes.com, 24 Sep. 2026 But, if Sheeran’s music is feel-good, then two and a half hours of Ed Sheeran had certainly made the artist feel better. — Naaman Zhou, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for feel-good
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feel-good
  1. nostalgic
  2. fuzzy
  3. dreamy
  4. melodramatic
  5. sentimental
  6. schmaltzy
  7. moony
  8. soapy
Adjective
  • The restaurant, located in the city's SoHo neighborhood, features upscale takes on nostalgic classics like pizza rolls, French dip and lobster frites.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
  • With the benefit of hindsight, music journalists are now waxing nostalgic about more recent eras.
    — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of nostalgic
Adjective
  • Star Moles’ Emily Moales has this voice that causes certain words to leave her lips backlit, ringed in fuzzy halos.
    — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Meta’s Muse agent mascot, named Jolly, is a fuzzy, chubby, rosy-cheeked creature that’s part-Labubu, part-Squishmallow.
    — Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of fuzzy
Adjective
  • This dreamy ethos translated into the wedding wardrobe Lauren curated alongside Goldberg.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Read full review $$ | Indonesia, Bali, A dreamy beachfront property built into a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of dreamy
Adjective
  • Swift pulled from a few melodramatic thrillers throughout the years.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Sorry, but that does not disqualify you from ridiculing a quarterback for being melodramatic.
    — Matt Calkins OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of melodramatic
Adjective
  • What was once a contemporary exploration of horror has become a sentimental aesthetic, with this particular version of 2011 looking ironically idealistic because younger viewers never had to live inside it.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 6 Oct. 2026
  • In a sentimental moment before Game 2 of the Wild Card Series, Bellinger caught the ceremonial first pitch from his father, Clay Bellinger, who played for the Yankees from 1999-2001.
    — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of sentimental
Adjective
  • Albini doesn’t dress up those songs with any schmaltzy production or studio tricks.
    — David Harris, SPIN, 11 June 2026
  • In the way that Harrison looks to the Bible for models of relationships and drama, Cappa’s Haha, You Clowns looks to schmaltzy sitcoms and after school specials.
    — James Folta, Literary Hub, 18 Dec. 2025
Definition of schmaltzy
Adjective
  • Malinauskas opened the second box, which contained a Bell & Ross Regulateur with a big, moony face and a stainless-steel bezel.
    — Susan Orlean, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2019
  • Yet, Bronson still stood out, with his alternately creepy and moony portrayal of a man biding his time dating Wood’s mother while vying for the younger woman’s attention.
    — Carla Meyer, San Francisco Chronicle, 28 Feb. 2018
Definition of moony
Adjective
  • Wipe the backsplash weekly with hot, soapy water to remove residue and prevent tough buildup.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Any items or surfaces that may have come into contact with the eggs should be washed and sanitized using hot, soapy water or a dishwasher.
    — Amber Brenza, HEALTH, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of soapy

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“Feel-good.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feel-good. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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