overjoyed

/ ˌəʊvəˈdʒɔɪd /

adjective

1. delighted; excessively happy

Example Sentences

The woman said she felt overjoyed when he was found guilty and was proud of the other women who came forward.

From BBC

The Chiefs narrowly avoided a home loss to Denver and can’t be overjoyed about their play.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From Los Angeles Times

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