joyous

adjective

joy·​ous ˈjȯi-əs How to pronounce joyous (audio)
: joyful
a joyous occasion
a joyous celebration
joyously adverb
joyousness noun

Examples of joyous in a Sentence

a mood of joyous anticipation a joyous crowd eagerly awaiting the countdown to midnight on New Year's Eve
Recent Examples on the Web Just in time for Glee’s 15th Anniversary, Darren Criss and Mike O’ Malley reunited in a joyous pic shared on social media. Shania Russell, EW.com, 19 May 2024 The next batter grounded out and joyous Alameda (20-3) celebrations and hugs soon ensued. Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 17 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for joyous 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of joyous was in the 14th century

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“Joyous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/joyous. Accessed 28 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

joyous

adjective
joy·​ous ˈjȯi-əs How to pronounce joyous (audio)
: feeling, causing, or showing joy : joyful
joyously adverb
joyousness noun

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