Joyousness
What it means
A strong quality or atmosphere of abundant happiness.
Reach for it when naming the felt character of a celebration, performance, or disposition
The dance conveyed a contagious joyousness.
Words to choose between 6
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playful
feel-good spirit
Fits when informal language should describe an upbeat atmosphere
Careful Feel-good can imply shallow positivity and is unsuitable for solemn joy.
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everyday
Fits when the emotion itself should be stated simply
Careful Joyousness emphasizes a quality spread through manner or atmosphere.
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professional
Fits when high visible energy drives the impression
Careful Exuberance may be restless or stylistic rather than happy.
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formal
Fits when an individual feels an intense emotional high
Careful Elation is a state, while joyousness can characterize a work or gathering.
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formal
Fits when triumphant public happiness follows a notable success
Careful Jubilation needs a cause and is more explosive.
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literary
Fits when shared laughter and festive activity are central
Careful Merriment can be lighthearted without the depth of joyousness.
Opposites 3
- sorrow
- gloom
- joylessness
Common phrases 3
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sense of joyousness
The bright finale created a sense of joyousness without rushing.
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infectious joyousness
Her infectious joyousness invited participation rather than demanding it.
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quiet joyousness
Quiet joyousness marked the family meal after the good news.
Word family 2
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