Joyful
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈd͡ʒɔɪfl̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Joyful is an adjective meaning Feeling or causing joy.
Meaning
Feeling or causing joy.
Example Sentences
Her joyful smile lit up the room.
The children were joyful on the first day of summer break.
Word Forms
- joyfuller
- joyfullest
- joyfull
Synonyms for joyful
Depending on context, synonyms include delighted, joyous, air-headed, blissful, enrapt, rapt.
Antonyms for joyful
Common opposites include sorrowful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include joyous, gleeful, elated, jubilant, happy, beatific.
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