Elation is a strongvery powerful or intense in degree feeling of happiness, excitement, and pride. It is often used when someone feels upliftedfeeling happier, lighter, or more hopeful than before after good news, success, or a personal victoryan achievement or win in competition or a challenge.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ɪˈleɪʃən/
Easy pronunciation: ih-LAY-shun (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress is on the second syllable: LAY.
Noun meaning a strong feeling of happiness and pride.
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Elation Meaning
a strong feeling of happiness and pride
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a feeling of joy and pride
Example: She felt elation after hearing she had won the award.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- high spirits — A close fit for the lively, happy feeling in this sense.
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Other Meanings of Elation
Meaning 2
a very upbeat, energized state with no signs of depression
Part of speech: noun
Definition: an exhilarating psychological state of pride and optimism; an absence of depression
Example: After months of recovery, he described a sense of elation and renewed optimism.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- high spirits — Can fit the positive mood part, but it is less specific than the full sense here.
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Elation Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- high spirits
a very upbeat, energized state with no signs of depression
- high spirits
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes use elation to mean any happiness, but it usually suggests a stronger, more uplifted feeling.
- Do not confuse elation with lightness; they overlap in mood but are not exact synonyms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does elation mean?
Elation means a strong feeling of happiness, excitement, and pride.
Is elation a positive word?
Yes. It describes a very positive emotional state, often after success or good news.
What is a synonym for elation?
A close synonym is high spirits, though it is a bit less intense and specific.
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