elation Definition
- 1a feeling of great joy or pride
- 2a 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'
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.'
