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joyful

1 of 1adjective
/ˈʤɔɪfəl/
Forms:more joyful,most joyful
1

causing great happiness

C1
  • The joyful music lifted everyone's spirits at the party.
  • The joyful news of her promotion spread quickly among her colleagues.
  • The joyful celebration lasted well into the night, filled with dancing and laughter.
  • The joyful celebration continued with fireworks lighting up the sky.
  • The joyful reunion with her family brought tears to her eyes.
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2

filled with great happiness and high spirits

  • The children were joyful as they played in the park.
  • She had a joyful expression after hearing the good news.
  • He felt joyful after achieving his lifelong goal.
  • The children were joyful as they opened their Christmas presents.
  • She felt joyful after hearing the good news from her doctor.