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

The normally impassive Carsley finally let his emotions out after the final whistle, joining the celebrations with his players, beaming as he wrapped an equally elated Jones in a bearhug.

From BBC

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

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