A1 — Beginnernoun
gioia
joy
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
felicitàesultanzaeuforiaallegrialetizia
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
doloretristezzasofferenzaangosciatormento
Usage note
'Gioia' is intense, often momentary joy. 'Felicità' is broader lasting happiness. 'Esultanza' is exultation (after a victory). 'Euforia' is euphoria. 'Letizia' is literary/poetic joy.
Example
"Gli occhi le brillavano di gioia."
"Her eyes shone with joy."
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