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Jovial

JOH-vee-uhl

/ˈdʒoʊviːʌl/

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jovial

Dictionary meaning

Full of or showing high-spirited merriment.

Examples

  • The entertainer was known for their jovial manner with fans.

Synonyms: merry

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