exaltation

ex·al·ta·tion

noun
\ˌeg-ˌzȯl-ˈtā-shən, ˌek-ˌsȯl-\

Definition of EXALTATION

1

a : marked or excessive intensification of a mental state or of the activity of a bodily part or function b : an abnormal sense of personal well-being, power, or importance : a delusional euphoria

2

: an increase in degree or intensity <exaltation of virulence of a virus>