Jovial Definition in Context with Images

Jovial definition in context with images, synonyms and antonyms from the book, Vocabulary for the College-bound Student. Learn the word, jovial, in real context with illustrations in short authentic passages.

/ˈdʒəʊ.vi.əl/ (adj)

Jovial definition

happy and friendly, jolly, in a good and cheerful mood, merry, amiable, jocund, affable, blithe, cheery, convivial, sociable

Example

If you get some bad news, make a mistake, or just feel like you’re in a funk, don’t try to pretend you’re happy and jovial.

Acknowledge the feeling of unhappiness, letting yourself experience it for a moment. Then shift your focus toward what made you feel this way and what it might take to recover.

Would a deep breathing exercise help? A long walk outside? Talking it over with someone?

Let the moment pass and take care of yourself. Remember, no one’s happy all the time.

Source of example: https://www.healthline.com

Antonyms

aloof, hostile

Parts of speech

Noun: joviality

Noun: jovialness

Adverb: jovially