Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

overjoy

verb
/ˌoʊ vərˈdʒɔɪ/
Definition
to fill with great joy or happiness.
Examples
  • She was overjoyed when she received the news of her promotion.
  • The children were overjoyed at the surprise party planned for them.
  • He felt overjoyed after his team won the championship.
Meaning
The act of experiencing an overwhelming amount of joy or delight, often in response to something particularly positive or pleasing.
Synonyms
  • delight
  • elate
  • exhilarate
  • thrill
  • ecstasy