Rejoice

/rɪˈdʒɔɪs/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to feel or show great happiness about something.

They rejoiced at the news of their victory.

to give thanks or express joy.

We rejoice during the holidays for all that we have.

to celebrate, especially in a religious or serious context.

The community gathered to rejoice in the harvest festival.

to take delight in something.

He rejoiced in the beauty of the sunset.

Middle English, from Old French 'rejoïr', from Latin 'rejoicere'

rejoice at

to feel joy about something

rejoice in

to take delight or pleasure in something

rejoice together

to celebrate or feel joy in a group

joy

a feeling of great pleasure and happiness

celebration

a special event to mark a happy occasion

exultation

a feeling of triumphant elation or jubilation

to be super happy

She was rejoicing so hard after winning the lottery!

to party or celebrate

We're going to rejoice tonight like there's no tomorrow!