D'exaltation (en. Of exaltation)

/dɛɡzal.ta.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Action of exalting or state of exaltation.
He felt great exaltation during his speech.
Il a ressenti une grande exaltation lors de son discours.
Elevation of spirits, often towards great joy or enthusiasm.
The collective exaltation at the concert was palpable.
L'exaltation collective au concert était palpable.
Feeling of intense enthusiasm or happiness.
She was in a state of exaltation after her victory.
Elle était dans un état d'exaltation après sa victoire.

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'exaltatio', which means 'elevation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in a state of exaltation
to be very enthusiastic or happy.
dans un état d'exaltation
spiritual exaltation
an elevated state of consciousness or religious feeling.
exaltation spirituelle
artistic exaltation
an intense feeling of inspiration and creativity.
exaltation artistique

Related Words

exalter
To increase the power or intensity of something.
exalter
exalted
One who feels or expresses great exaltation.
exalté
personal exaltation
A state of euphoria or intense happiness in an individual.
exaltation personnelle

Slang Meanings

to be on top of the world
He is on top of the world because of the last football match.
Il est à fond à cause du dernier match de foot.
on cloud nine
After his promotion, he is truly on cloud nine.
Après sa promotion, il est vraiment poussé aux anges.