1. (

• joy ,
• joyousness ,
• joyfulness

) the emotion of great happiness ;

2. (

• joy ,
• delight ,
• pleasure

) something or someone that provides a source of happiness; "a joy to behold"; "the pleasure of his company"; "the new car is a delight" ;

1. (

• rejoice ,
• joy

) feel happiness or joy ;

2. (

• gladden ,
• joy ,

) make glad or happy ;