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jovial

[ˈdʒəʊviəl]

jovial Definition

  • 1cheerful and friendly
  • 2full of happiness and joy

Using jovial: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "jovial" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He had a jovial personality that made everyone feel at ease.

  • Example

    The party was filled with jovial laughter and conversation.

  • Example

    She greeted us with a jovial smile.

  • Example

    The jovial atmosphere of the carnival was infectious.

jovial Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for jovial

Antonyms for jovial

Idioms Using jovial

  • a person who is naturally cheerful and friendly

    Example

    He was a jovial soul who always had a kind word for everyone.

  • a state of being happy and cheerful

    Example

    The sight of his grandchildren lifted his jovial spirits.

  • a warm and friendly greeting

    Example

    We received a jovial welcome from our hosts.

Phrases with jovial

  • a natural tendency to be cheerful and friendly

    Example

    Her jovial disposition made her popular among her colleagues.

  • a group of people who are cheerful and friendly

    Example

    We spent the evening in jovial company, enjoying good food and conversation.

  • a state of being happy and cheerful

    Example

    The news put him in a jovial mood for the rest of the day.

Origins of jovial

from Latin 'jovialis', meaning 'of Jupiter'

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Summary: jovial in Brief

'Jovial' [ˈdʒəʊviəl] describes a person or atmosphere that is cheerful, friendly, and full of happiness. It can be used to describe a person's disposition or mood, as well as a group of people or an event. Examples include 'He had a jovial personality that made everyone feel at ease.' and 'The jovial atmosphere of the carnival was infectious.' Phrases like 'jovial disposition' and idioms like 'jovial soul' further emphasize the idea of natural cheerfulness.