rejoicing

noun

re·​joic·​ing ri-ˈjȯi-siŋ How to pronounce rejoicing (audio)
1
: the action of one that rejoices
2
: an instance, occasion, or expression of joy : festivity

Examples of rejoicing in a Sentence

there was great rejoicing at the launch party for the book
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On Notre-Dame, Ritchie Boys, Kash Patel, trade policy, Mitt Romney, basketball coaches, and more The restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris was a cause for rejoicing — not just in France but in all the world. Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024 Don’t be surprised if all their rejoicing sends stocks to new record highs. Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 17 Sep. 2024 Their family sat nearby, chatting, eating and rejoicing. Killian Baarlaer, The Enquirer, 16 Aug. 2024 The through line is Lynne’s voice, purring and raging, rejoicing and despairing. Nancy Kruh, Peoplemag, 16 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rejoicing 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of rejoicing was in the 14th century

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“Rejoicing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rejoicing. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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rejoicing

noun
re·​joic·​ing
ri-ˈjȯi-siŋ
1
: the action of one that rejoices
2
: a time or an expression of joy

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