ecstasy

noun

ec·sta·sy | \ ˈek-stə-sē

plural ecstasies

Definition of ecstasy

1a : a state of being beyond reason and self-control

b archaic : swoon

2 : a state of overwhelming emotion especially : rapturous delight

3 : trance especially : a mystic or prophetic trance

4 often capitalized : a synthetic amphetamine analog C₁₁H₁₅NO₂ used illicitly for its mood-enhancing and hallucinogenic properties

— called also MDMA

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ecstasy, rapture, transport mean intense exaltation of mind and feelings. ecstasy and rapture both suggest a state of trance or near immobility produced by an overpowering emotion. ecstasy may apply to any strong emotion (such as joy, fear, rage, adoration). religious ecstasy rapture usually implies intense bliss or beatitude. in speechless rapture transport applies to any powerful emotion that lifts one out of oneself and usually provokes vehement expression or frenzied action. in a transport of rage

Examples of ecstasy in a Sentence

His performance sent the audience into ecstasies. actors are typically in ecstasy upon winning an Oscar

Recent Examples on the Web

The semifinals of the 2018 World Cup ended with England and Belgium in tears, France and Croatia in ecstasy, and with broadcasters across Europe enjoying record ratings. — Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, "World Cup Semifinals Score Ratings Records in Europe," 12 July 2018 Similar decreases were seen in students who reported using marijuana or taking illicit drugs, such as cocaine and ecstasy. — Linley Sanders, Teen Vogue, "The CDC's Survey Results for Teen Sex, Drug Use, and Suicidal Ideation," 19 June 2018 During the stop, said Chief Deputy Randy Christian, the deputy found ecstasy tablets and marijuana. — Carol Robinson, AL.com, "Pinson couple arrested after drug raid turns up ecstasy, crack, meth and weed," 26 Mar. 2018 Police are seeking felony drug charges against the main suspect, for delivery of heroin, cocaine, fentanyl and ecstasy. — Adriana Ramirez, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Three arrested in Germantown heroin bust after trying to sell drugs to undercover cop," 5 July 2018 In France two years ago, as Daniel Sturridge sent England supporters into ecstasy, Roy Hodgson portrayed his obligatory arms aloft celebration. — SI.com, "90Min World Cup Fan Diaries: The Battle of Volgograd," 21 June 2018 Police officer Brett Chism was recently honored by the Snellville City Council for winning a National Criminal Enforcement Association award for making the largest seizure of MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy, in the country in 2017. — Karen Huppertz, ajc, "Snellville officer given national award for record MDMA bust," 13 July 2018 During the traffic stop, officers searched the vehicle and found approximately 1 gram of ecstasy, less than 2.5 grams of marijuana, digital scales, a fake ID and alcoholic beverages. — Pioneer Press, chicagotribune.com, "Mundelein police: Man found with ecstasy, marijuana during traffic stop," 1 July 2018 Authorities raided the house twice since 2010, finding heroin, ecstasy, prescription drugs and hundreds of syringes. — OregonLive.com, "$30,000 loan by state of Oregon keeps flophouse open," 13 June 2018

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