overjoyed

/ ˌəʊvəˈdʒɔɪd /

adjective

1. delighted; excessively happy

Example Sentences

The children who live on the farm were overjoyed by the rescue and greeted their goat with big hugs.

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She paid tribute to the "truly brave" volunteers who took part in the trial, saying she was "overjoyed for the patients and families".

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“They feel overjoyed that their son has touched so many people.”

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"He was overjoyed when he won but we had to keep it secret - he beat The Chaser by a second with his fellow competitor."

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Pawol looked overjoyed as she was welcomed to the pitch in Atlanta, Georgia, by cheers and a standing ovation.

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Related Words

• delighted 
• elated 
• euphoric 
• jubilant 
• thrilled