Jocund
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈd͡ʒɒkənd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Jocund is an adjective meaning Jovial; exuberant; lighthearted; merry and in high spirits; exhibiting happiness.
Meaning
Jovial; exuberant; lighthearted; merry and in high spirits; exhibiting happiness.
Example Sentences
I was feeling blithe, almost jocund.
Nights candles are burnt out, and iocond Day / Stands tiptoes on the myſtie mountaine tops.
Thou mak'ſt me merry: I am full of pleaſure, / Let vs be iocond. Will you troule the Catch / You taught me but whileare?
First in his train is jocund Health, Content, who o'er her distaff sings, And from the plough that honest Wealth Which scorns the tear-bought robe of kings.—
Synonyms for jocund
Depending on context, synonyms include mirthful, joyous, merry, jolly, jovial.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include merry, jolly, jovial, joyous, mirthful, rebecks.
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