ELATION Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

elation

noun

i-ˈlā-shən

Definition of elation

as in ecstasy

a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion 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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Recent Examples of elation There was an energy of pure elation, and a desire to be a part of a moment New York will never forget. — Rustin Dodd, New York Times, 14 June 2026 There are some enjoyable detours on these twin paths to romantic elation and ejection. — Chris Willman, Variety, 12 June 2026 Bates expressed her elation at the inclusion of such storylines. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 10 June 2026 Even a single round of golf can elicit the entire spectrum of emotions, from elation to agony and everything in between. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for elation

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Noun

Depression and anxiety’s impact on moms and babies One drug that has been studied and enhanced our understanding of the way psychedelics work is MDMA, which is commonly known as ecstasy and causes a euphoric high.

— Camille Hoffman, The Conversation, 7 July 2026
The album covers hardstyle, new age pop, and operatic folk at a sometimes startling pace, capturing the chaos and ecstasy of one of the most physically and emotionally transformative experiences the human body can endure.

— Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 25 June 2026

Definition of ecstasy

Noun

Tactically, Norway seem to struggle with wide forwards, and direct, skilful players have had joy against them at this World Cup.

— Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 11 July 2026
Then, through circumstances beyond their control, the joy was gone, and instead they were forced to play in defense of our national pride and honor.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026

Definition of joy

Noun

Since 2004, Far Cry has more than 100 million unique players and is one of Ubisoft’s most popular franchises, known for the exhilaration of the first-person shootouts, organic open world playgrounds, unique stories and memorable antagonists.

— Katie Campione, Deadline, 25 June 2026
But when the exhilaration of change had ceased, London was no good.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 June 2026

Definition of exhilaration

Noun

Unexpectedly, and to the delight of many, Audio Research’s engineers found a single chassis gave better performance than its predecessor, the two-chassis Reference 10.

— Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 8 July 2026
Just north of town sits Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), your basecamp for outdoor delight.

— Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of delight

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