1. (n.) The passion or emotion excited by the acquisition or expectation of good; pleasurable feelings or emotions caused by success, good fortune, and the like, or by a rational prospect of possessing what we love or desire; gladness; exhilaration of spirits; delight.

2. (n.) That which causes joy or happiness.

3. (n.) The sign or exhibition of joy; gayety; mirth; merriment; festivity.

4. (n.) To rejoice; to be glad; to delight; to exult.

5. (v. t.) To give joy to; to congratulate.

6. (v. t.) To gladden; to make joyful; to exhilarate.

7. (v. t.) To enjoy.

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