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joy

 
 
pronunciation:
joI
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: Joy is a very strong and deep feeling of being happy.
Jade's mother felt great joy when she watched her sister get married.Holding her first grandchild filled Mrs. Rollins with joy.
 
antonyms:
grief, sorrow
similar words:
happiness, transport
definition 2: A joy is something that causes good feelings or happiness.
A puppy is a joy, but there is a lot to do to take care of it.
synonyms:
delight, pleasure
antonyms:
trial
similar words:
satisfaction
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  celebration, emotion, happiness