elates

present tense third-person singular of elate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for elates
Verb
  • Use what frustrates or excites you as a clue.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
  • But the thrill of working alongside Ram, and hopefully getting into victory lane next year, is what excites this burgeoning team.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.
    Max Springer, Scientific American, 2 Sep. 2025
  • How pretty are these two-bite delights?
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Sports events, social outings, movies, the theater, fun get-togethers, playful activities with kids – do whatever pleases you and brings you joy.
    Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2025
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“Elates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elates. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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