Word Comparison

Joy

vs

Sorrow

/dʒɔɪ/

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Quite different — distinct meanings

📖 Definitions

Joy

noun

A feeling of extreme happiness or cheerfulness, especially related to the acquisition or expectation of something good.

Also: Anything that causes such a feeling.

Sorrow

Definition not available.

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