Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
joie-de-vivre
noun
ˌzhwä-də-ˈvēv(rə)
Definition
A cheerful enjoyment of life; an exultation of spirit.
Examples
- Her joie-de-vivre is infectious, making everyone around her feel happier.
- He approached each day with a sense of joie-de-vivre that inspired his friends.
Meaning
The phrase is often used to express a joyful enthusiasm for life.
Synonyms
- zest for life
- joyfulness
- exuberance
- enthusiasm
