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joyful
adjective joy·ful \ˈjȯi-fəl\
: feeling, causing, or showing great happiness : full of joy
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First Known Use of JOYFUL
13th century
JOYFUL Defined for Kids
joyful
adjective joy·ful \ˈjȯi-fəl\
Definition of JOYFUL for Kids
: feeling, causing, or showing pleasure or happiness <a joyful family reunion>
— joy·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— joy·ful·ness noun
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