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Jocund

usgb/ˈdʒɑːkənd/Volume
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Archaic Usage

The word 'jocund' is old-fashioned and rarely used in everyday conversation; it's more often found in literature.

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He read the poem aloud, his voice capturing the jocund spirit of its lines.
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Positive Emotion

'Jocund' specifically refers to a cheerful and light-hearted state of mind, often used in happy or festive contexts.

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On her graduation day, she was in a jocund state that was infectious.
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Literary Appeal

Writers may use 'jocund' to give a poetic or classical touch to descriptions of happiness.

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The jocund smiles on every guest's face made the ballroom scenes in the novel come alive.
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