joy

1. n. The passion or emotion excited by the acquisition or expectation of good; pleasurable feelings or emotions caused by success, good fortune, and the like, or by a rational prospect of possessing what we love or desire; gladness; exhilaration of spirits; delight. Source: opted

2. n. That which causes joy or happiness. Source: opted

3. n. The sign or exhibition of joy; gayety; mirth; merriment; festivity. Source: opted

4. n. To rejoice; to be glad; to delight; to exult. Source: opted

5. v. t. To give joy to; to congratulate. Source: opted

6. v. t. To gladden; to make joyful; to exhilarate. Source: opted

7. v. t. To enjoy. Source: opted

8. n. the emotion of great happiness Source: wordnet

9. n. something or someone that provides a source of happiness Source: wordnet

10. v. feel happiness or joy Source: wordnet

11. v. make glad or happy Source: wordnet

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