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joy

The correct spelling is joy.

How to pronounce joy

/dʒɔɪ/
noun

IPA: /dʒɔɪ/

Say it like: Joee

The correct spelling is joy. A feeling of extreme happiness or cheerfulness, especially related to the acquisition or expectation of something good. For example: "They will be a source of strength and joy in your life."

Usage Examples

They will be a source of strength and joy in your life.

the joys and demands of parenthood

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A feeling of extreme happiness or cheerfulness, especially related to the acquisition or expectation of something good.
  2. 2.Anything that causes such a feeling.
  3. 3.Luck or success; a positive outcome.
  4. 4.The sign or exhibition of joy; gaiety; merriment; festivity.

verb

  1. 1.To feel joy, to rejoice.
  2. 2.To enjoy.
  3. 3.To give joy to; to congratulate.
  4. 4.To gladden; to make joyful; to exhilarate.

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