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jovial | jovialness |

As an adjective jovial

is pertaining to Jove or Zeus; Jovian.

As a noun jovialness is

the state or condition of being jovial; joviality.

jovial

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • (obsolete) Pertaining to Jove or Zeus; Jovian.
  • (obsolete) Pertaining to the planet Jupiter; Jovian.
  • (astrology, obsolete) Under the influence of the planet Jupiter (considered a source of happiness).
  • Merry; cheerful and good-humored.
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    * Jove * Jovian

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    jovialness

    English

    Noun

    (-)
  • The state or condition of being jovial; joviality.