Joy ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Joy ( noun )

1. A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.
2. Something or someone that one is particularly happy or pleased with.

Origin:

Old english gieoge, gioge, of germanic origin; related to dutch and german geuogen, also to young.

Examples:

1. The joy of the holiday season is seeing family and friends.
2. The birth of her child brought her great joy.
3. The concert was a source of joy for the music lover.
4. The joy of victory was short-lived as they quickly realized the true cost.
5. The joy of discovery is what drives scientific research.

(As a verb)

Joy ( verb )

1. To feel great pleasure and happiness.
2. To take great pleasure in (something).

Origin:

Middle english: from old french joir, from latin gaudere "rejoice".

Examples:

1. She joyed in the little things in life.
2. He joyed in his children's accomplishments.
3. I joy in the beauty of nature.
4. They joyed in their success.
5. We joy in the company of friends.