overjoyed

/ ˌəʊvəˈdʒɔɪd /

adjective

1. delighted; excessively happy

Example Sentences

At the time, many scientists working in the field were overjoyed.

From BBC

Leaders of the Klamath Tribes in Oregon said they are overjoyed about the arrival of the salmon.

From Los Angeles Times

Fatoumata Diariou Camara, one of those caught up in the violence at the rally, told the AFP news agency she was "overjoyed" that he had been recaptured.

From BBC

When its law went into effect in July 2022, Gov. Brian Kemp said he was “overjoyed” and believed the state had found an approach that would keep women “safe, healthy and informed.”

From Salon

“I freaked out and was completely obviously overjoyed that would be happening,” she recalls.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• delighted
• elated
• euphoric
• jubilant
• thrilled