Meaning & Definition of word "Joyful"

Joyful

/ˈdʒɔɪfəl/

adjective:

  • 1. Feeling, expressing, or causing great pleasure and happiness.
    • Example: The children were joyful as they opened their presents on Christmas morning.
  • 2. Full of joy; very happy.
    • Example: Her joyful laughter filled the room and made everyone smile.
  • 3. Expressing joy; cheerful.
    • Example: The festival was a joyful celebration of music and dance.
  • 4. Causing happiness or delight.
    • Example: The joyful news of her promotion was shared with all her friends.

Etymology

Derived from joy + -ful

Common Phrases and Expressions

full of joy:

Having an abundance of happiness and pleasure.

joyful noise:

A sound expressing joy or cheerfulness.

joyful heart:

A heart filled with happiness and delight.

Related Words

joy:

A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.

joyous:

Full of happiness and joy; merry.

rejoice:

To feel or show great joy.

Slang Meanings of joyful

Meaning: stoked

Example Sentence: I'm so stoked about the concert this weekend!

Meaning: on cloud nine

Example Sentence: After getting the job, she was on cloud nine.