Bemoaning and Joyful

Opposite meaning words

Bemoaning adjective - Expressing or suggesting mourning.

Usage example: one parishioner who always seems to have a bemoaning expression on her face

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Joyful is an antonym for bemoaning.

Nearby Words: bemoan, bemoaned

Joyful adjective - Experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight.

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Bemoaning is an antonym for joyful.

Nearby Words: joy, joyless, joyfully, joyed

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