Jubilant
Joyful; showing great happiness.
adjectiveJubilant
Joyful; showing great happiness.
adjectiveImagine This
A jubilee atmosphere filled the house when it was time to cut the cake and open the presents.
Sounds Like
JOO-bil-uhnt
Looks Like
Jubilee (a time of rejoicing)
Remember This
The root is linked to jubilation and jubilee; from Latin iubilare 'to shout for joy' via Old French jubilant.
Other Forms
Connect With
jubilation, exultation, elation, rejoicing, celebration
Note
Jubilant describes a momentary or situational happiness (often in response to a specific event) rather than a lasting personality trait. It is stronger than simply 'happy' and is related to celebration and triumph. Do not confuse with 'jovial,' which connotes a cheerful, friendly disposition.
Study Deeper
- The crowd was jubilant after the team won the championship.
- She wore a jubilant smile as she accepted the award.
From Latin iubilare 'to shout for joy' via Old French jubilant; related noun iubilatio 'jubilation'.
JUBI-LANT: Just Imagine a Jubilant Ant at a Jubilee.
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