jubilance

Sometimes ju·bi·lan·cy

[joo-buh-luhns]

noun

1. a feeling or expression of great joy, satisfaction, or triumph; gladness or exultation.

   He’s been experiencing a lot of career success—but his greatest reason for jubilance this year is the birth of his daughter.

Word History and Origins

Origin of jubilance¹

First recorded in 1830–40; jubil(ant) ( def. ) + -ance ( def. )

Example Sentences

By Tuesday evening, crowds had already begun to swell up and an air of jubilance engulfed the venue.

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The party is gathering for its autumn conference at the Sussex seaside and it seems reasonable to forecast an incoming tide of jubilance.

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That cheeky term encapsulates the clubby jubilance of her biggest pop hits, but “Radical Optimism,” with its psychedelic electro-pop, complicates it.

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Addressing global threats, Owens proposes that perhaps “jubilance” is the most fitting moral response.

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It's wonderful to see their pure, unvarnished jubilance as they gear up for what is sure to be one of the most special cooks of their lives.

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