Joviality: meaning, definitions and examples
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joviality
[ dʒəʊˈviːəlɪti ]
in social settings
Joviality is the quality of being cheerful, friendly, and full of high spirits. It is characterized by a sense of humor, laughter, and a positive attitude towards life.
Synonyms
cheerfulness, gaiety, jollity, merriment
Examples of usage
- She brought a sense of joviality to the party with her infectious laughter.
- His joviality was contagious, lifting the spirits of everyone around him.
Translations
Translations of the word "joviality" in other languages:
🇵🇹 jovialidade
🇮🇳 खुशमिज़ाजी
🇩🇪 Fröhlichkeit
🇮🇩 kegembiraan
🇺🇦 життєрадісність
🇵🇱 pogodność
🇯🇵 陽気
🇫🇷 jovialité
🇪🇸 jovialidad
🇹🇷 neşelilik
🇰🇷 쾌활함
🇸🇦 مرح
🇨🇿 veselost
🇸🇰 veselosť
🇨🇳 愉快
🇸🇮 veselost
🇮🇸 glaðværð
🇰🇿 жайдарылық
🇬🇪 ხალისი
🇦🇿 şənlik
🇲🇽 jovialidad
Word origin
The word 'joviality' originated from the Late Middle English term 'jovial', which means 'under the influence of the planet Jupiter'. In astrology, Jupiter was associated with good humor, jollity, and happiness. Over time, 'joviality' evolved to represent the cheerful and friendly nature of individuals. The concept of joviality has been celebrated in literature, art, and social interactions as a desirable trait that fosters positive relationships and a joyful atmosphere.
See also: jovially.