Meaning & Definition of word "Exult"

Exult

/ɪɡˈzʌlt/

1. To show or feel a lively or triumphant joy; to rejoice greatly.
- Example: After winning the championship, the team exulted in their victory.
2. To be extremely joyful; to be elated.
- Example: She exulted at the news of her promotion.
3. To celebrate or rejoice with great enthusiasm.
- Example: The crowd exulted as their favorite band took the stage.
4. To express joy or triumph openly and exuberantly.
- Example: He couldn't help but exult in the moment when he received the award.

From Latin 'exultare', meaning 'to leap up, to rejoice'.

exult in:

To take great pleasure or joy in something.

exultation:

The act of exulting; a state of extreme happiness.

exultation:

The state of being in high spirits; a triumphant feeling.

exulting:

The act of showing or feeling triumphant joy.

Meaning: To be on cloud nine

Example Sentence: After hearing the news, she was exulted and was on cloud nine.

Meaning: To party hard

Example Sentence: After the big win, we exulted and partied hard all night.