as in triumphant
having or expressing feelings of joy or triumph
the rejoicing parents of the bride
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as in festivity
joyful or festive activity
there was great rejoicing at the launch party for the book
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as in delighting
to feel or express joy or triumph
rejoiced over our unexpected victory on the soccer field
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as in pleasing
to give satisfaction to
news of the enemy's surrender rejoiced a nation weary of war
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Recent Examples of rejoicing
Tom Smyth, Vulture, 6 Feb. 2025
Thirteen Israeli citizens, including some with dual nationalities, and five Thai nationals have been released by Hamas and other militant groups since the cease-fire took hold on Jan. 19, bringing public rejoicing and emotional family reunions.
—Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2025
On Notre-Dame, Ritchie Boys, Kash Patel, trade policy, Mitt Romney, basketball coaches, and more
The restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris was a cause for rejoicing — not just in France but in all the world.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
Don’t be surprised if all their rejoicing sends stocks to new record highs.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 17 Sep. 2024
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Noun
Amidst all this rejoicing, Alan tells them that the six (but really five) players at risk of murder will head to the castle church at midnight, where the Traitors will commit tonight’s murder face to face.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 6 Feb. 2025
Thirteen Israeli citizens, including some with dual nationalities, and five Thai nationals have been released by Hamas and other militant groups since the cease-fire took hold on Jan. 19, bringing public rejoicing and emotional family reunions.
—Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2025
On Notre-Dame, Ritchie Boys, Kash Patel, trade policy, Mitt Romney, basketball coaches, and more
The restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris was a cause for rejoicing — not just in France but in all the world.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
Don’t be surprised if all their rejoicing sends stocks to new record highs.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 17 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejoicing
Adjective
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Her rapid rise has taken her across the globe, but on Saturday night the British-Jamaican designer made a triumphant return to her hometown London with an off-kilter Spring-Summer 2026 collection.—
Steve Salter,
CNN Money,
16 June 2025
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Armstrong is dynamic in a triumphant return to his hometown and is equally matched by the powerful Rosario.—
Rick Mauch,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 June 2025
Noun
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The new Whole Foods grocery store in downtown St. Charles is officially open, with dozens of customers gathering Wednesday morning for the festivities.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2025
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The venues for the multiple festivities were never officially revealed, but celebrations were supposed to culminate with a lavish party at the grand Scuola Grande della Misericordia event space, according to the BBC.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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But while Boyle is proud of his influence on the zombie film landscape, he’s mostly abstained from watching any of those movies himself.—
Jake Kleinman,
Wired News,
20 June 2025
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By agreeing on the eventual package of £116m, Hughes and Rolfes were able to shake hands and both feel proud of the outcome.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
Verb
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Quesadillas These sheet pan chicken fajita quesadillas are a hassle-free way to make a crowd-pleasing meal without standing over the stove.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2025
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Instead, lean into what feels good, and if that’s pleasing your boo above all else, that may tell you something.—
Quispe López,
Them,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Sami Gibson, the mother who initiated the change at Curtis Elementary, was ecstatic about the playground during its opening in 2018.—
Samara Gerstle,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2025
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Most players would be ecstatic with that statline after four quarters.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2025
Verb
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Especially as the townspeople, including a local bishop, start feasting on him.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
21 Feb. 2025
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The ranch is plagued with destructive wild hogs, so panthers do the state a favor by feasting on the invasive pests.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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In the meantime, the North was jubilant at the news of the arrests of the diplomats.—
Zaakir Tameez
June 11,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2025
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These kids, though, seem more jubilant than might be expected for a Tuesday morning.—
Alex Backus,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Their everlasting merrymaking might seem warm and fuzzy at first glance, but in truth, there is a gloomy undercurrent to their existence, hiding just beneath the surface.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
25 May 2025
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Alternatively, the Perry Lane Hotel, as well as the brand-new, Ann Savannah, will put you in the heart of the merrymaking.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Rejoicing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rejoicing. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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