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jovial

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈdʒoʊviəɫ// UK //dʒˈəʊvɪəl// jovial Archaic

adj. friendly and cheerful in a way that makes others feel happy. You use this to describe someone who is full of energy and good humor.

adj. characterised by a hearty, joyous, and friendly disposition. Often describes a person's temperament or the atmosphere of a social gathering.


SIMPLE

The host was a jovial man who made everyone feel welcome.

CONTEXTUAL

The dinner party was a jovial affair, filled with loud laughter and animated storytelling that lasted late into the night.

COMPLEX

Despite the stressful circumstances, the captain maintained a jovial manner that served to reassure his anxious crew and keep morale high.

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Usage

Often follows a linking verb like 'be', 'seem', or 'remain'.

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