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
In addition, Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to five-time Grammy-winner Taj Mahal; zydeco originator Clifton Chenier; and Louisiana Folk Roots, which celebrates the joie de vivre of Cajun and Creole cultures.
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Paul Grein, Billboard, 22 Jan. 2026
Chef Grégory Garimbay’s deep connection to the land and commitment to sustainability are expressed not just in technical precision but also in joie de vivre on the plate.
—Mary Winston Nicklin, AFAR Media, 20 Jan. 2026
Paris, though, lit up with post-war joie de vivre, was the perfect antidote.
—Fiona Donovan, Vanity Fair, 30 Dec. 2025
The Marilyn Monroe–loving Gala dates a rock star and earns admiration for having the warmth and joie de vivre that Lane lacks.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2025
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Paul Grein, Billboard, 22 Jan. 2026
Chef Grégory Garimbay’s deep connection to the land and commitment to sustainability are expressed not just in technical precision but also in joie de vivre on the plate.
—Mary Winston Nicklin, AFAR Media, 20 Jan. 2026
Paris, though, lit up with post-war joie de vivre, was the perfect antidote.
—Fiona Donovan, Vanity Fair, 30 Dec. 2025
The Marilyn Monroe–loving Gala dates a rock star and earns admiration for having the warmth and joie de vivre that Lane lacks.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for joie de vivre
Noun
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And could an impact on the reward circuitry in the brain have an effect on everyday enjoyment of life, desire and positive-risk-taking?—
Meg Tirrell,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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That reaction — genuine, visceral enjoyment from someone who evaluates food professionally — is about as strong an endorsement as an improvised pita sandwich can get.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Follow delight by letting creativity lead!—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Dobbins is a delight to watch and even more fun to talk to.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
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And his knockout debut men’s show in June, provoked roaring applause from attendees for its earnest joyfulness.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
4 Mar. 2026
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Her stepfather, Desmond Peters, said Armstrong was a beloved mother, sister and daughter whose innate joyfulness lifted up those around her.—
Molly Crane-Newman,
New York Daily News,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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His cheerfulness and laughter often brought strength and refreshment to me in difficult times.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2026
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Raines replied, her usual cheerfulness stepping up a notch.—
Rebecca Boone,
Fortune,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Joie de vivre.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/joie%20de%20vivre. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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