Exaltada (en. Exalted)

/eksal'tada/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
In a state of extreme excitement or enthusiasm.
The speaker was exalted while talking about her passion for social justice.
La oradora estaba exaltada mientras hablaba sobre su pasión por la justicia social.
Who has been promoted or elevated to a position of great appreciation or idolization.
The public figure was exalted for his dedication to the community.
La figura pública fue exaltada por su dedicación a la comunidad.
Who behaves in an exaggerated manner or is emotionally out of control.
The party became exalted when everyone started dancing and singing non-stop.
La fiesta se volvió exaltada cuando todos comenzaron a bailar y cantar sin parar.

Etymology

The term 'exaltada' comes from the Latin 'exaltatus', which means to elevate or raise.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be exalted
To feel filled with emotion or enthusiasm.
estar exaltada
to lift spirits
To increase the enthusiasm or intensity of a group's feelings.
exaltar los ánimos
exalted with happiness
To be very happy or excited about something.
exaltada de alegría

Related Words

exaltation
A state of great enthusiasm or emotion.
exaltación
exaltor
One that provokes or incites exaltation.
exaltador

Slang Meanings

To be emotionally out of control due to excitement.
When she won the prize, she became so exalted that she almost cried with joy.
Cuando ganó el premio, se puso tan exaltada que casi llora de la alegría.
To react in an exaggerated manner to a situation.
It's not that serious, don't get so exalted over a simple comment.
No es para tanto, no te pongas tan exaltada por un simple comentario.