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Joy

/dʒɔɪ/
A feeling of great happiness or pleasure.

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Examples:

They felt joy at their friend's wedding.She jumped for joy when she heard the news.

Etymology:

etymology
Originating from Old French "joie" and Latin "gaudium," meaning delight or gladness. Entered Middle English around the 12th century.

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