ˈjōvēəl, -vyəl adjective
Etymology: Middle French & Late Latin; Middle French, from Late Latin jovialis of the god Jupiter, from Jov-, Juppiter Jupiter, ancient Roman god of the sky + Latin -alis -al — more at deity
1.
a. obsolete : jovian
b. : having the nature, disposition, or aspect that according to astrology is determined by Jupiter as natal or ruling planet
2. : characterized by or showing marked good humor especially as exhibited in mirth, hilarity, or conviviality : joyful , jolly
a jovial portly gentleman
a jovial grin
Synonyms: see merry