
Joyous
Emotion Intensity
Use 'joyous' to describe very high levels of happiness, more intense than simply 'happy'.

Her face was joyous when she heard the good news.
Celebratory Context
'Joyous' fits situations involving celebration, like festivals or major life events.

The streets were filled with joyous crowds during the carnival.
Not Just Personal
'Joyous' can refer to shared happiness in a group, not just an individual's emotion.

The victory resulted in a joyous atmosphere in the entire town.
Compare with
DelightEcstaticElatedGladHappyJollyJubilantThrill
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