exhilaration
Exhilaration (noun) means a feeling of intense excitement and happiness. Example: “She felt a rush of exhilaration as the roller coaster crested the first drop.”
How to use exhilaration
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA thrilling burst of excitement and joy.
Word forms
exhilarations plural
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She felt a rush of _____ as the roller coaster crested the first drop.
Etymology
From "exhilarate" plus "-ion," ultimately from Latin hilaris, "cheerful" — the same root as "hilarious."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “exhilaration” mean?
The word “exhilaration” means a feeling of intense excitement and happiness. In plain terms, a thrilling burst of excitement and joy.
How do you use “exhilaration” in a sentence?
Here is “exhilaration” used in a sentence: “She felt a rush of exhilaration as the roller coaster crested the first drop.”
What part of speech is “exhilaration”?
“Exhilaration” is a noun.
Where does the word “exhilaration” come from?
The word “exhilaration” comes from Latin. From "exhilarate" plus "-ion," ultimately from Latin hilaris, "cheerful" — the same root as "hilarious.".
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