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joyful

/ˈdʒɔɪfəl/adjective

Full of happiness, or bringing happiness to others.

Example sentences

  • “The joyful children ran out of school on the last day of the year.”
  • “Their reunion at the airport was a joyful moment for the whole family.”

Stronger and more formal than 'happy'; it suits ceremonies and hymns more than small talk.

Synonyms for joyful

Antonyms

  • sad
  • sorrowful
  • miserable

Find it in: Positive words.

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