elation

noun

ela·​tion i-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce elation (audio)
1
: the quality or state of being elated
2
: pathological euphoria

Examples of elation in a Sentence

most people can't imagine the kind of elation that comes with winning a super lottery's grand prize, but they're dying to find out
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The delay in securing the return of all the bodies is souring the elation felt by Israelis on Monday, when all 20 remaining living hostages came home. Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2025 Coupled with relief and elation over the initial ceasefire is a deeper anxiety over Gaza’s future. Ben Smith, semafor.com, 14 Oct. 2025 On a day filled with hope and celebration in Israel, families greeted their returning relatives with trembling hands and cries of elation. Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 14 Oct. 2025 When Jacob Elordi took over the role from Andrew Garfield, the reception across social media ranged from elation to concern. Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for elation

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of elation was in the 14th century

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“Elation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elation. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

elation

noun
ela·​tion i-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce elation (audio)
: the quality or state of being elated

Medical Definition

elation

noun
ela·​tion i-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce elation (audio)
: pathological euphoria sometimes accompanied by intense pleasure
elated adjective

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