joyousness

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for joyousness
Noun
  • Each artist created their own interpretations of Jacobs’ signature silhouettes, ranging from the Tote Bag and Snapshot to ready-to-wear, accessories and wallets, through the lens of joy as wearable fashions.
    Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2025
  • That means more kids can experience the joy of building and imaginative play without frustration.
    Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • In the comment section, the Robertson family shared their happiness for the couple and excitement for the new additions.
    Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Some of Swift’s fans blame Kelce for being a weak muse, others suspect that her happiness is the problem.
    Jennifer Gonnerman, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • But his joyfulness around it was undeniable.
    Kim Gordon, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Over time in Middle English, myrth(e) narrowed to mean joy, amusement, or gladness, often expressed in laughter and festivity.
    Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • At the onset of Cox remarks, a minority of attendees loudly booed his presence, but the governor was able to rally applause by invoking his pleasure to be back at his alma mater.
    Alex J. Rouhandeh, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Just 45% of respondents under 30 said pleasure over the death of a political opponent is always unacceptable compared to 51% among ages 30 to 44, 61% ages 45 to 59 and 69% for those 60 or older.
    Anna Kleiber, jsonline.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Everything about this outfit is a delight — much like the actress herself.
    Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Foodies will enjoy the signature delights of the region, like Tropea onions, spicy nduja sausage spread, and the classic frozen Tartufo, made with layers of mouthwatering gelato.
    Gary Portuesi, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • But like much gospel, the Staple Singers’ music hinges on a buoyant joyfulness that invites the listener to share in their exaltation.
    Santi Elijah Holley, New York Times, 22 July 2025
  • The latter song, like many Vandross classics, is jubilant, and its exaltations of liberation and hope take on special meaning when sung by Black characters, speaking to the long struggle for freedom.
    Kayla Randall, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025
Noun
  • His sights are set on the present, living between the soul-searching and endearing bliss of Kicking My Feet.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025
  • That, my gaming friends, is pure PPR bliss.
    Brad Evans, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
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“Joyousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/joyousness. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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