Pronunciation

/dʒɔɪ/

Definitions

• Noun: A feeling of great pleasure and happiness; a source or cause of delight. For example: “The birth of their child brought them immense joy.”
• Verb (archaic): To experience joy or take pleasure in something. For example: “She joys in her children’s accomplishments.”

Phrases

• “In the joy of the moment”: Refers to experiencing happiness during a particular event or time.
• “Pure joy”: Expresses complete and utter happiness without any negativity.
• “Find joy in the little things”: Encourages one to appreciate small pleasures in life.
• “Jump for joy”: To express extreme happiness and excitement by jumping up and down.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Her face lit up with joy when she saw the surprise birthday party.”
• Verb (archaic): “He doth joy in his newfound freedom.”

Synonyms

• Happiness
• Delight
• Bliss
• Ecstasy
• Elation
• Jubilation
• Pleasure
• Gladness
• Thrill
• Contentment