L'exaltation (en. The exaltation)
/ɛɡ.zal.ta.sjɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Emotional state of great joy or enthusiasm.
The exaltation of the fans during the concert was palpable.
L'exaltation des fans lors du concert était palpable.
Action of exalting, of highlighting something.
The exaltation of human values is essential in our society.
L'exaltation des valeurs humaines est essentielle dans notre société.
A state of fervent inspiration or burning enthusiasm.
His exaltation for music led him to become a composer.
Son exaltation pour la musique l'a conduit à devenir compositeur.
Etymology
From the Latin 'exaltatio', meaning 'elevation, exaggeration'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be in exaltation
To be filled with great joy or excitement.
être dans l'exaltation
exaltation of feelings
Intense expression of emotions.
exaltation des sentiments
to experience an exaltation
To feel great euphoria.
vivre une exaltation
Related Words
to exalte
To increase in intensity, to celebrate.
exalter
exalted
Refers to someone in a state of exaltation.
exalté
exhilarating
That which provokes exaltation.
exaltante
Slang Meanings
State of sweet madness.
When she won the contest, she was in total exaltation!
Quand elle a gagné le concours, elle était dans une exaltation totale!
Extreme excitement.
The exaltation of the crowd was such that one would have thought they were all going to fly away.
L'exaltation de la foule était telle qu'on aurait cru qu'ils allaient tous s'envoler.