joy
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /dʒɔɪ/
KK: /dʒɔɪ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To feel or express great happiness or delight.
Example
She joyed in the success of her friends.
Tense Forms
Past: joyed
Past Participle: joyed
Conversation
I really joy the time we spend together.
Me too! It's always a good time.
I feel like we should do this more often to joy in each other's company.
Absolutely! Let's plan something fun for next week.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rejoice
delight
celebrate
Antonyms
mourn
sorrow
grieve
noun
Definition
A strong feeling of happiness or pleasure, often caused by something good happening.
Example
The news of her promotion filled her with joy.
Conversation
I just got back from the concert and it was pure joy to be there.
That sounds amazing! I love live music.
Yeah, the atmosphere was electric, and everyone was filled with joy.
transitive verb
Definition
To fill someone with great happiness or delight.
Example
The news of her promotion will joy her immensely.
Tense Forms
Past: joyed
Past Participle: joyed
Conversation
Did you see that sunset yesterday?
Yeah, it was beautiful! It really joyed my evening.
I felt the same way; it was such a perfect moment.
Root Explanation
The word 'joy' originates from Old French 'joie' (meaning joy or delight), which comes from Latin 'gaudia' (meaning joy or pleasure). The word 'joy' refers to a feeling of great happiness or delight.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old French word 'joie' which means joy or delight — this helps you remember that 'joy' is all about feeling happy.
Visually Confused Words
jozy
joky
joey
jo