overjoyed

word

Definition

Extremely happy; feeling great joy and excitement.

Usage & Nuances

'Overjoyed' is more intense than just 'happy'—use it for moments of exceptional happiness. Often used in positive, sometimes formal or emotional contexts. Common with 'be' or 'feel': 'was overjoyed', 'felt overjoyed'.

Spanish: muy feliz - lleno de alegría - eufórico Portuguese (BR): muito feliz - radiante - eufórico Portuguese (PT): muito feliz - radiante - eufórico Chinese (Simplified): 欣喜若狂 - 极为高兴 Chinese (Traditional): 欣喜若狂 - 極為高興 Hindi: बहुत खुश - अत्यंत प्रसन्न Arabic: في غاية السعادة - مفعم بالفرح

Example Sentences

She felt overjoyed when she saw her new puppy.

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I was overjoyed to hear the good news.

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They were overjoyed with the results.

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We were overjoyed when our friends surprised us at the party.

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He looked overjoyed after passing his final exam.

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She was so overjoyed she couldn't stop smiling all day.

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