as in enjoyment
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a feeling of happiness or excitement about life
She is admired for her energy and joie de vivre.
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Recent Examples of joie de vivre
Their six-song debut EP, Uncut Gem, showcases an eclectic, fresh sound that plays off their youthful joie de vivre.
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Jae-Ha Kim, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
If the latest warming temperatures and our renewed joie de vivre are any indication, spring is right around the corner.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 14 Mar. 2025
Their six-song debut EP, Uncut Gem, showcases an eclectic, fresh sound that plays off their youthful joie de vivre.
—Jae-Ha Kim, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
Well, Alana has Kidman’s rosy cheeks and apparent joie de vivre.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2025
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Jae-Ha Kim, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
If the latest warming temperatures and our renewed joie de vivre are any indication, spring is right around the corner.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 14 Mar. 2025
Their six-song debut EP, Uncut Gem, showcases an eclectic, fresh sound that plays off their youthful joie de vivre.
—Jae-Ha Kim, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
Well, Alana has Kidman’s rosy cheeks and apparent joie de vivre.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for joie de vivre
Recent Examples of Synonyms for joie de vivre
Noun
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Residents named in the lawsuit say that the drones hovering above their homes have resulted in ongoing privacy concerns and a loss of enjoyment of their property.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
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Putting in the attention and care to help plants establish in their first year or two in the landscape will reward you with many years of enjoyment to come.—
Heather Zidack,
Hartford Courant,
7 June 2025
Noun
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With their wagging tails and big smiles, the dogs have simultaneously become ambassadors for the airport, greeting passengers and adding a little delight to what can sometimes be stressful air travel.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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That’s why this special Juneteenth set is sure to be a delight for audiences.—
Britt Julious,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2025
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“Joie de vivre.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/joie%20de%20vivre. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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