elation

[ ih-ley-shuhn ]

noun

1. a feeling or state of great joy or pride; exultant gladness; high spirits.

elation

/ ɪˈleɪʃən /

noun

1. joyfulness or exaltation of spirit, as from success, pleasure, or relief; high spirits

Other Words From

• self-e·lation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of elation¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English elacioun, from Anglo-French, from Latin ēlātiōn-, stem of ēlātiō “ceremonial carrying out, elevation, ecstasy”; equivalent to elate + -ion

Example Sentences

Later, when asked under cross-examination whether Ms Hand had been in fear, Mr McGregor said there had been "no sign of distress, fear, anything other than enjoyment, elations and excitement".

From BBC

But Zachary’s elation was nothing compared to what he felt in the bottom of the 10th inning when Freeman’s game-winning grand slam headed directly his way.

From Los Angeles Times

New Zealand's elation was heartbreakingly juxtaposed by South Africa's despair, falling short at the final hurdle once more as the country's agonising wait for a global cricket title - men's or women's - continues.

From BBC

There was elation and exhaustion, pride and vindication, but the overwhelming emotion that Roberts felt after a grueling five-game National League Division Series win over the San Diego Padres was “relief.”

From Los Angeles Times

She said: "There's a tinge of disappointment, but utter elation that I'm going. There's nothing like seeing them in your own town. I'm lost for words."

From BBC

Related Words

• bliss
• ecstasy
• enthusiasm
• euphoria
• excitement
• exhilaration
• glee
• joy
• jubilation
• rapture