as in joyfulness
an elated, joyful feeling or an expression of such a feeling
The team's victory was the cause of great jubilation. the jubilation of the crowd
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Recent Examples of jubilation
When Kayleigh initially brought Athena home, there was no denying her jubilation at such a sweet puppy.
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
The jubilation of the finale is hard to swallow.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Oct. 2025
The crowd roared in jubilation and waved blue-and-white Israeli flags.
—Greg Myre, NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
For Illouz, who rushed to the square in jubilation Wednesday night as the deal was announced, the impending hostage release is deeply complicated.
—Kara Fox, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
The jubilation of the finale is hard to swallow.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Oct. 2025
The crowd roared in jubilation and waved blue-and-white Israeli flags.
—Greg Myre, NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
For Illouz, who rushed to the square in jubilation Wednesday night as the deal was announced, the impending hostage release is deeply complicated.
—Kara Fox, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jubilation
Noun
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But his joyfulness around it was undeniable.—
Kim Gordon,
Rolling Stone,
3 Sep. 2025
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As Milchick, Tillman infused an unnerving cheerfulness into Lumon Industries’ macrodata refinement supervisor, a character who became increasingly central in Season 2.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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Her vivacious attitude connects her with Aries (Stacey’s actual birthday is April 3) due to her fearlessness and cheerfulness in situations, no matter what is thrown at her.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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This wave of joy was seen online, where some claimed his victory as India’s own.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Browsing fashion websites has become a small joy in her routine—a way to wind down while exploring what is new each day.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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But the glee wouldn’t last long.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
9 Nov. 2025
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Swinging from the overhanging branches and darting through the woods, the animals were heading toward a nearby housing project, their pink faces lit with glee.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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Christmas and cookies go together like Thanksgiving and turkey, and the Journal Sentinel wants to help spread the festive cheer.—
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel,
jsonline.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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PetSmart Merry & Bright 24-Pack Assorted Toys Bring holiday cheer to your cat with this 24-pack assorted toys set.—
Jessica Moore,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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In recent years, the Nordic countries have been the envy of the world for their economic success, institutional stability, and consistently high levels of social happiness.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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That happiness doesn’t just extend to KATSEYE’s nods, but also to her fellow best new artist nominees, which include friends of the band like Addison Rae, sombr and Alex Warren.—
Jeff Benjamin,
Billboard,
8 Nov. 2025
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