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jovial Definition

jo·vial (vē əl)

adjective

  1. Jovian
  2. full of hearty, playful good humor; genial and cheerful: from the astrological notion that people born under the sign of Jupiter are joyful

Etymology: Fr < LL Jovialis, of Jupiter < L Jovis: see Jove

jovial Related Forms

jo′·vi·al·ity (-alə tē) noun jo·vi·ally adverb

jovial Synonyms

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jovial Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • banter: In spite of their jovial banter they are aware that each food has a season in spite of its continual availability within our shops.
  • mood: In neither case would they be in a jovial mood.
  • atmosphere: Despite the long sessions, there is a jovial atmosphere in the halls.
  • manner: He brightened up the patients ' days with his jovial manner.
  • spirit: There followed the walking section Christmas Dinner at 2.30pm which was attended by nearly 40, in jovial spirit.
  • character: His Moon in Sagittarius does indicate a jovial optimistic character - what happened?

Modifying Another Word

  • very: POLITICS BEHIND THE PARTY However, beyond the very jovial nature of this demo lie some much more important political points.
  • too: Peter Brooke ( NI 89-92 ) - too jovial on Gay Byrne's show on the night of an IRA attack.
  • almost: The mood seems naturally anxious but not grim, almost jovial, with people smiling.
  • quite: Not surprisingly there was not a hint of ego to be seen anywhere, and the atmosphere was quite jovial and very friendly.
  • generally: Personality Traits Sagittarians are known for their broad vision, tolerant attitude, freedom-loving philosophical air, and generally jovial spirits.
  • extremely: Brother Viktor was large, extremely jovial and waving a penguin.

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