joyful

adjective

joy·​ful ˈjȯi-fəl How to pronounce joyful (audio)
: experiencing, causing, or showing joy : happy
a joyful crowd
joyful faces
a joyful occasion
joyfully adverb
joyfulness noun

Examples of joyful in a Sentence

We were joyful at the news. the news of the child's safe return made us all joyful
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Designer Mary Patton brings a joyful approach to her residential and commercial design projects, developing warm and welcoming spaces that put people at ease. Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 30 Jan. 2025 His joyful presence bolsters the mood at the cafe, where everyone on staff is contributing to the mission. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2025 The festive event radiated a vibrant New Year atmosphere as special guests, including Olympic champion Xu Xin, actress Myolie Wu, actor Hu Yitian and Zhai Zilu, gathered to experience the warmth of the bustling alleyways and share joyful moments during a night banquet. WWD, 29 Jan. 2025 In a later update, the bride shared that the celebration was a joyful success, exceeding all expectations. Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for joyful 

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of joyful was in the 13th century

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“Joyful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/joyful. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

joyful

adjective
joy·​ful ˈjȯi-fəl How to pronounce joyful (audio)
: feeling, causing, or showing joy
a joyful family reunion
joyfully adverb
joyfulness noun

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