joy

(noun, verb)

noun

1. the emotion of great happiness

Similar word(s): joyfulness, joyousness

Definition categories: feeling, emotion

2. something or someone that provides a source of happiness

- a joy to behold

Similar word(s): delight, pleasure

Definition categories: thought

Sentences with joy as a noun:

- a child's joy on Christmas morning

- the joys and demands of parenthood

verb

1. feel happiness or joy

Similar word(s): rejoice

Definition categories: emotion, experience, feel

2. make glad or happy

Similar word(s): gladden

Definition categories: emotion