joy

US /dʒɔɪ/
UK /dʒɔɪ/
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1.

a feeling of great pleasure and happiness

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She felt a surge of joy when she saw her children.
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The holiday brought much joy to the family.
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delightpleasurehappinesselationexultation
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sorrowgriefsadnessmiserydespair
2.

a source or cause of pleasure or delight

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His grandchildren are his greatest joy.
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The new puppy has brought so much joy into our lives.
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delighttreasureblessingcomfort
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banecurseaffliction
1.

to feel or show great pleasure or delight

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He joyed in the success of his team.
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They joyed at the news of their daughter's engagement.
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rejoiceexultdelightglory
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grievemournlament
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jump for joy