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
Ben Hubbard, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Here was the fruit of someone else’s obsessions, and this was part of the why: art could bring such rejoicing.
—Coke Bartrina, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025
Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Image When the rebels toppled Mr. al-Assad in December, there was little rejoicing among Maaloula’s Christians.
—Ben Hubbard, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Here was the fruit of someone else’s obsessions, and this was part of the why: art could bring such rejoicing.
—Coke Bartrina, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025
Verb
But before rejoicing, consider what might be a kind of gas price dilemma.
—Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejoicing
Adjective
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Fast forward a mere 29 years or so, and Heaven Hill has at last made its triumphant return to Bardstown with its new, enormous, state-of-the-art Heaven Hill Springs Distillery.—
Tony Sachs,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Witnessing the Gallaghers lay down their arms to deliver one of rock music’s most triumphant comeback stories has made Shultz reflect on sharing his band — and life — with his brother, Brad.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
9 Sep. 2025
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Highlights from the festivities have included Winfrey and her bestie Gayle King attending a cozy Ralph Lauren show and a cavalcade of stars, from Gwyneth Paltrow to Olivia Wilde, turning out for Michael Kors.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
15 Sep. 2025
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The Bear star Jeremy Allen White missed the festivities to attend to his best friend's wedding.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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To ensure staff are focused on delighting customers, the leadership embodies adaptive mindsets, that inspire commitment and innovation.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Djokovic has looked a man renewed in New York this year, delighting crowds with some of his rallies as his dances on court following his wins.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
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Once professionals know their survival depends on pleasing the leader rather than serving the country, things fall apart.—
Dan Perry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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This all exists in a hugely crowd-pleasing package.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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As Cantillo dissected his outing, Hedges peered over at him, beaming like a proud father.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
10 Sep. 2025
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But the proud Eugene will not hear of it.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Her kids were at the celebration with flags and traditional Mexican shirts.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Sep. 2025
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As Emmy celebrations peppered the town on Saturday night, a starkly differently occasion left attendees shaken, tearful and reminded of the immersive power of cinema.—
Stacey Wilson Hunt,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Today, loyal fans make the drive up Left Hand Canyon to jam out to bluegrass, folk, Americana and other genres while feasting on hearty fare.—
Sarah Kuta,
Denver Post,
8 Sep. 2025
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Pests can make their way into these small crevices easily, so keeping your appliances clean and free of food will prevent bugs from feasting in your kitchen.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But the hummingbirds are ecstatic.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Sep. 2025
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Wrestlers and wrestling fans alike are ecstatic that fan-favorite WWE Superstar AJ Lee has made her return to professional wrestling.—
Jeremy Hanna,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Rejoicing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rejoicing. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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