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elation
ih-LAY-shuhn
Elation (noun) means a feeling of great happiness, pride, and excitement. Example: “He felt a rush of elation as he crossed the finish line.”
noun
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A feeling of great happiness, pride, and excitement.
"He felt a rush of elation as he crossed the finish line."
"Her elation faded once she realized how much work remained."
How to use elation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA strong feeling of joy and pride, often after a success.
Common pairings
a sense of elation
feelings of elation
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Etymology
From Latin elatio, "a raising up" or "exaltation," from efferre, "to carry out or lift up."
Synonyms
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lightness
high spirits
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Rhymes for elation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “elation” mean?
The word “elation” means a feeling of great happiness, pride, and excitement. In plain terms, a strong feeling of joy and pride, often after a success.
How do you pronounce “elation”?
“Elation” is pronounced ih-LAY-shuhn (/ɪˈleɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “elation” in a sentence?
Here is “elation” used in a sentence: “He felt a rush of elation as he crossed the finish line.”
What part of speech is “elation”?
“Elation” is a noun.
Where does the word “elation” come from?
The word “elation” comes from Latin. From Latin elatio, "a raising up" or "exaltation," from efferre, "to carry out or lift up.".
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