— sunnily , adv. — sunniness , n.
/sun"ee/ , adj., sunnier, sunniest .
1. abounding in sunshine: a sunny day.
2. exposed to, lighted, or warmed by the direct rays of the sun: a sunny room.
3. pertaining to or proceeding from the sun; solar.
4. resembling the sun.
5. cheery, cheerful, or joyous: a sunny disposition.
[ 1250-1300 ME; see SUN, -Y 1 ]