Simple Definition of joyous

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joyous

adjective

: feeling, causing, or showing great happiness : joyful
a joyous celebration
a joyous day
a mood of joyous anticipation

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“Joyous.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/joyous. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.

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