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jovial(dictionary)

jovial (iou)



jovial adjective. L16.
[French, from late Latin jovialis, formed as JOVE: see -AL1.]
Astrology. Under the influence of Jupiter, said as a natal planet to impart joy and happiness. L16-M19.
Characterized by mirth, humour, or festivity; convivial. L16.
C. Mackenzie Dr. Maclaren's usually jovial florid face was lined with bad temper. H. Wouk Something infectiously jovial about him, a spark of devilish amusement in his lively blue eyes.
Of or pertaining to the planet Jupiter. Now rare. M17.
jovi'ality noun the quality of being jovial; mirth, festivity, conviviality: E17.
jovialize verb trans. make jovial; cause to be jolly: E17.
jovially adverb in a jovial manner; with jollity or mirth: E17.
jovialness noun M17.
jovialty noun (now rare) = joviality E17.