Jocundly
What it means
In a cheerful, lighthearted, and lively manner.
Reach for it when describing spirited action in poetic or deliberately old-fashioned prose
The fiddler played jocundly as the dancers crossed the square.
Words to choose between 5
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playful
Fits when delight is energetic and unmistakable
Careful Gleefully can make the pleasure sound triumphant or mischievous.
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everyday
Fits when positive willingness is the important point
Careful Cheerfully lacks the lively, festive energy of jocundly.
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warm
Fits when visible cheer accompanies an action
Careful Merrily can sound seasonal and is still less elevated than jocundly.
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formal
Fits when hearty sociability shapes the manner
Careful Jovially may feel too robust for light movement or song.
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literary
blithely
Fits when carefree ease is intended
Careful Blithely often suggests careless disregard, especially before bad consequences.
Opposites 3
- gloomily
- sadly
- sullenly
Common phrases 3
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sang jocundly
The walkers sang jocundly on the last mile home.
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laughed jocundly
She laughed jocundly at the dog's solemn expression.
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moved jocundly
The bright procession moved jocundly through the narrow streets.
Word family 3
Usage notes
Keep in mind
Jocundly is rare and primarily useful for literary voice.
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