juba

/ˈdʒuːbə/

Definitions

1. noun

a loud, excited cry of joy or triumph

“The crowd erupted into a joyful juba after the team won the championship.”

2. verb

to dance or move with energetic and uninhibited enthusiasm, typically in a group

“The kids jubaed through the playground, laughing and spinning around.”

3. noun

a traditional South Sudanese song and dance

“The evening’s festivities included a lively performance of the juba.”

Synonyms

  • celebration
  • frenzy
  • jubilation

Antonyms

  • despair
  • sorrow