elation

[ih-ley-shuhn]

elation Definition

• 1. a feeling of great joy or pride
• 2. a state of extreme happiness or excitement

Using elation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "elation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She felt a sense of elation after winning the race.

• Example

  The team's victory brought elation to their fans.

• Example

  He was filled with elation upon hearing the good news.

elation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for elation

• euphoria
• exhilaration
• ecstasy
• glee
• jubilation

Antonyms for elation

• depression
• despair
• gloom

Phrases with elation

• jump for joy

  to express great delight or happiness

  Example

  When she heard the news, she jumped for joy in elation.

• on cloud nine

  to be extremely happy and excited

  Example

  After receiving the award, he was on cloud nine with elation.

• walking on air

  to feel very happy and excited

  Example

  She was walking on air with elation after her successful performance.

Origins of elation

from Latin 'elatus', meaning 'lifted up'

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Summary: elation in Brief

The term 'elation' [ih-ley-shuhn] refers to a feeling of great joy or pride, often accompanied by extreme happiness or excitement. It is exemplified by phrases like 'jump for joy,' 'on cloud nine,' and 'walking on air,' which denote expressions of elation. Antonyms include 'depression,' 'despair,' and 'gloom.'