joyous
UK: ˈdʒɔɪ.əs | US: ˈdʒɔɪ.əs
adj. full of joy; happy or joyful
adj. expressing or causing joy
joyous = joy<delight> + ous<adjective suffix>
- joy: From Old French joie (joy, delight), ultimately from Latin gaudia (plural of gaudium, meaning "joy").
- ous: A suffix forming adjectives, derived from Latin -osus, indicating "full of" or "characterized by."
Etymology Origin:
The word "joyous" combines the noun "joy," rooted in Latin gaudium (rejoicing), with the adjectival suffix "-ous," which conveys abundance or possession. This structure reflects a straightforward evolution: "joy" (the feeling) + "-ous" (full of) = "full of joy." The term has retained its core emotional connotation since Middle English, emphasizing a state or expression of happiness.
The children’s laughter made the atmosphere joyous.
She wore a joyous smile on her wedding day.
The festival was a joyous celebration of cultural heritage.
His speech ended on a joyous note, uplifting the crowd.
Spring brings joyous colors to the gardens.