Jubilant
Joyful; showing great happiness.
adjectiveJubilant
Joyful; showing great happiness.
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Imagine This
A jubilee atmosphere filled the house when it was time to cut the cake and open the presents.
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Sounds Like
JOO-bil-uhnt
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Looks Like
Jubilee (a time of rejoicing)
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Remember This
The root is linked to jubilation and jubilee; from Latin iubilare 'to shout for joy' via Old French jubilant.
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Other Forms
jubilationnoun
jubilantlyadverb
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Connect With
jubilation, exultation, elation, rejoicing, celebration
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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.