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
Coke Bartrina, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025
The fact that the contractor state will most likely survive Trump’s onslaught is not necessarily a cause for rejoicing.
—Andrew Cockburn, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
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
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Noun
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
The fact that the contractor state will most likely survive Trump’s onslaught is not necessarily a cause for rejoicing.
—Andrew Cockburn, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejoicing
Adjective
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Having been parachuted in from a triumphant reign at Sporting, Amorim knows how quickly moods can change, and meetings with Manchester City and Chelsea before September ends only further raise the stakes on starting strongly.—
Peter South,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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The video perfectly mimics the iconic Universal Pictures opening sequence—the slow rotation of a shining globe, the swelling orchestral drums and that triumphant fanfare audiences instantly associate with a major movie.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The audience, limited to 15 people per performance, joins Irina’s birthday festivities during the opening scene; attendees are invited to eat cake and drink champagne, with some sitting at the dinner table and others scattered around the room.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
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No announcement as to Kesha’s potential involvement in the festivities has been released, however.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The proud West End native's work at Cincinnati Preschool Promise goes above and beyond her job description.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
7 Aug. 2025
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One of my proudest accomplishments has been collaborating with higher education institutions, nonprofit organizations and global employers to design talent creation initiatives that not only fill jobs but also build careers.—
Jay Garcia,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 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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Many attendees were ecstatic to be back for this celebration, which is unlike any other in the U.S.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
1 Aug. 2025
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With that in mind, there is one Thoroughbred trainer that is ecstatic since one of his stable stars bent his ear.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
29 July 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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The Lionesses, England’s national women’s soccer team, celebrated their second consecutive victory in London with scores of fans lining the streets for a jubilant parade.—
Julia Andersen,
CNN Money,
30 July 2025
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As jubilant Pride celebrants flooded the area, two smaller groups in that crowd separated from the pack, eyeing each other, Kenny said.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
22 July 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 20 Aug. 2025.
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