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Jocundity

/dʒəˈkʌn.dɪ.ti/
nounCEFR C1 (Advanced)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    The state of being jovial or cheerful.

    "The jocundity of the festival lifted everyone's spirits."
  2. 2

    A quality of being light-hearted and full of mirth.

    "Her jocundity was infectious, making the gathering more enjoyable."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'jocundity' originates from the Latin 'jocundus', meaning 'pleasant' or 'merry', which evolved through Middle English before entering modern usage. It reflects a historical appreciation for joyfulness and mirth in social contexts.

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