Synonyms for

Joyce

Verb / dʒɔɪs / Another word for joyce — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Joyce is a name that can be given to both boys and girls. It means 'cheerful' or 'merry'.

Synonyms & similar words

jamesaugustinealoysiusjoyce joyce jamesjoyce Jocelyn Joy Joie Joice Joya Joyann Joyceann Joycelin Joycelyn Joycie Joye Joyia Joyous Joysel Joyseph Joysie Joyzelle Jozie Jozlyn Jozsef

Synonyms by register

Formal

elation exultation felicity jubilation

Informal

happiness glee delight thrill bliss

Literary

rapture ecstasy blissfulness

Antonyms

sadness grief sorrow misery unhappiness despair

Common collocations

  • pure joy
  • overcome with joy
  • filled with joy
  • bursting with joy
  • moment of joy
  • source of joy
  • shared joy

Word family

noun joy
adjective joyful
adverb joyfully

Usage note

Joy is a feeling of great pleasure and happiness. It is often used to describe a more intense or profound happiness than simple 'happiness'.

Example sentences

  1. Joyce is a kind and caring person.
  2. My grandmother's name is Joyce.
  3. I am going to visit my friend Joyce today.
  4. Joyce loves to bake cookies for her family.
  5. Joyce is always happy and smiling.

Quotes

  • "Joyce is the sunlight in my day, the moonlight in my night." - Unknown
  • "Joyce is the most beautiful name in the world." - Unknown
  • "Joyce is a name that brings happiness and joy to everyone." - Unknown

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