1
as in delighted
to feel or express joy or triumph
rejoiced over our unexpected victory on the soccer field
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2
as in pleased
to give satisfaction to
news of the enemy's surrender rejoiced a nation weary of war
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Recent Examples of rejoiced
Families across Israel, the Gaza Strip and the occupied West Bank rejoiced as 20 hostages and 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees were freed Monday.
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Rebecca Shabad, NBC news, 14 Oct. 2025
When news hit that Bad Bunny would headline the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime, his fans rejoiced.
—Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2025
Government leaders around the city rejoiced at the purchase.
—Stuart Dyos, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Oct. 2025
Israelis and Palestinians reportedly rejoiced when the deal was announced.
—Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 9 Oct. 2025
When Clair turned up on Tuesday — deposited in the early hours, wrapped in cloth, much in the same way that she had been taken — area residents rejoiced.
—Aishvarya Kavi, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
In June 2025, Mindhunter fans rejoiced upon hearing that the show could return as a trilogy of two-hour movies.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Oct. 2025
Some rejoiced in actually living once more in a state that was more Arab than European, but some left, especially the Moroccan Jews, who were welcomed by their original country of origin, and others left for France.
—Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025
This past year, the Philadelphia Eagles have rejoiced and have been praised by the masses.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Rebecca Shabad, NBC news, 14 Oct. 2025
When news hit that Bad Bunny would headline the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime, his fans rejoiced.
—Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2025
Government leaders around the city rejoiced at the purchase.
—Stuart Dyos, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Oct. 2025
Israelis and Palestinians reportedly rejoiced when the deal was announced.
—Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 9 Oct. 2025
When Clair turned up on Tuesday — deposited in the early hours, wrapped in cloth, much in the same way that she had been taken — area residents rejoiced.
—Aishvarya Kavi, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
In June 2025, Mindhunter fans rejoiced upon hearing that the show could return as a trilogy of two-hour movies.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Oct. 2025
Some rejoiced in actually living once more in a state that was more Arab than European, but some left, especially the Moroccan Jews, who were welcomed by their original country of origin, and others left for France.
—Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025
This past year, the Philadelphia Eagles have rejoiced and have been praised by the masses.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejoiced
Verb
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Yet there also were visible moments where Gordon’s explosion, the hops that spoiled and delighted us, didn’t look the same.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
22 Oct. 2025
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While many dogs can jump onto the couch with ease (and take up far more space than necessary), a two-legged canine has delighted internet viewers with her unusual way of getting comfy.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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That was a game that, upon reflection, disappointed us with the result but extremely pleased us with the performance.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Oct. 2025
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But Moyes will be pleased by the impact made by his substitutes against Palace, Alcaraz chief among them.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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None have adequately satisfied the Royals’ needs.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
22 Oct. 2025
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Negotiations between the Nuggets, Braun, and Duffy intensified over the weekend, culminating in an agreement that satisfied both sides.—
Evan Dammarell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
Verb
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For best results, reheat in the oven at 325°F until warmed through and the puff pastry is crisp again.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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Pettis said as climate change has warmed ocean waters, the whales have moved into new locations to follow their food sources.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
23 Oct. 2025
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The Ravens have feasted on a schedule that, through eight weeks, includes nary a team with a winning record.—
Matt Schubert,
Denver Post,
23 Oct. 2025
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Granted, most of the league has feasted on the rebuilding Sharks during that time.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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White, who competed in Seasons 14 and 18 of the show with his father, is thrilled by the prospect, noting Sweeney’s physicality but also her ability to play the social game.—
Tatiana Siegel,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
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But Schwartzman was thrilled by designing and creating an idea and ultimately turning it into something tangible.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Rejoiced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rejoiced. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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