Meaning & Definition of word "Elation"
Elation
/ɪˈleɪʃən/
noun:
- 1. A feeling of great joy or pride; a state of being elated.
- Example: The team's elation was palpable when they won the championship.
- 2. An emotional high that comes from success or happiness.
- Example: She felt a sense of elation after receiving the news of her promotion.
- 3. Extreme happiness or exhilaration.
- Example: His elation at seeing his family after a long trip was evident.
- 4. A heightened state of happiness that can be expressed outwardly.
- Example: The elation in the crowd was evident as the fireworks lit up the night sky.
Etymology
●Etymology for word elation derives from the Latin 'elatio', meaning 'to raise up'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in a state of elation:
Experiencing great joy or happiness.
elation and despair:
The contrasting feelings of extreme happiness and extreme sadness.
Related Words
joy:
A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.
exhilaration:
A feeling of intense excitement and happiness.
Slang Meanings of elation
Meaning: On cloud nine
● Example Sentence: After winning the lottery, she's been on cloud nine.
Meaning: Walking on air
● Example Sentence: He was walking on air after hearing he got into his dream school.