elated

[ ih-ley-tid ]

adjective

1. very happy or proud; jubilant; in high spirits:

   an elated winner of a contest.

   Synonyms: overjoyed, ecstatic

   Antonyms: dejected

elated

/ ɪˈleɪtɪd /

adjective

1. full of high spirits, exhilaration, pride or optimism; very happy

Derived Forms

• eˈlatedly, adverb
• eˈlatedness, noun

Other Words From

• e·lated·ly adverb
• e·lated·ness noun
• super·e·lated adjective
• une·lated adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of elated¹

First recorded in 1605–15; elate + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Once they made it through the doors, elated shoppers grabbed blind boxes and vigorously shook them to try to discern what was inside.

From Los Angeles Times

Werner's goal was his first of the season, only his third in 26 appearances for the club, but the manner in which he was swamped by elated team-mates and the reaction of the home fans illustrated that he remains a popular figure.

From BBC

And, so, I’m elated and ecstatic that he’s getting to go in for defense.

From Los Angeles Times

Betts was elated to hear that the family had reunited with their pet.

From Los Angeles Times

He looked like he would not stop running until he was brought to a halt, swamped by elated Italy team-mates.

From BBC

Related Words

• delighted
• ecstatic
• enchanted
• euphoric
• excited
• exultant
• joyful
• jubilant
• overjoyed
• proud