Joyousness and Wistfulness

Opposite meaning words

Joyousness noun - The emotion of great happiness.

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Wistfulness is an antonym for joyousness.

Wistfulness noun - A sadly pensive longing.

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Joyousness is an antonym for wistfulness in depression topic.

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