joyful

[joi-fuhl] / ˈdʒɔɪ fəl /

ADJECTIVE

happy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cheerful cheery ecstatic elated enjoyable festive heartening joyous jubilant lighthearted merry pleasurable rapturous upbeat

WEAK

blithesome delighted doing handsprings effervescent enraptured expansive flipping flying gay glad gladsome gratified high jocund jolly jovial overjoyed pleased popping satisfied sunny transported

Antonyms

STRONGEST

depressed disagreeable down gloomy grave sad serious sorrowful troubled unhappy unpleasant upset

WEAK

miserable

Example Sentences

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“While the existing residence carries undeniable charm, character, and a joyful spirit that mirrors Simmons’ distinctive personality, the true value lies in the land itself,” she said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Most of the works here are joyful, but we also see the artists working in their most serious modes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Olivia Dean has closed out BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend with a joyful set which was, as she put it, "magic".

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The tail-wagging detective with a "joyful and goofy" personality retired with an extensive list of accolades -- including an Animal of the Year award and Puppy Tales Photos Australian Dog of the Year award.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

I felt so joyful it took my breath away, and I woke up.

From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien

joyful

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