Elation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈleɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Elation is a noun meaning An exhilarating psychological state of pride and optimism.
Meaning
An exhilarating psychological state of pride and optimism.
More Meanings
- A feeling of joy and pride.
- (geometry) A collineation that fixes all points on a line (called its axis) and all lines though a point on the axis (called its center).
Example Sentences
She [Chloe Kelly] waited for confirmation of the goal before taking off her shirt and waving it around her head, while being lifted by her team-mates in a moment of pure elation.
Word Forms
- elations
Synonyms for elation
Depending on context, synonyms include glee, mirth, blitheness, blithesomeness, cheerfulness, cheeriness.
Antonyms for elation
Common opposites include depression.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include euphoric, euphoria, rejoicing, joy, exhilaration, exuberance.
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