elated — extremely happy and excited; filled with joy and pride
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: extremely happy and excited; filled with joy and pride
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈleɪtɪd/
Example Sentences
- The students were elated when they found out the final exam was cancelled.
- I was absolutely elated to discover my favorite pizza place delivers until 3 AM.
- The team felt elated after winning the championship game.
elated
ADJECTIVE[/ɪˈleɪtɪd/]
extremely happy and excited; filled with joy and pride
She felt completely elated when the acceptance letter finally arrived.
Late for work but elated with joy!
She waited long, but finally created something that left her elated!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'elatus', the past participle of 'efferre' meaning 'to carry out or lift up'. The word entered English in the 16th century, originally describing a physical state of being lifted or raised, which evolved metaphorically to mean emotionally elevated or uplifted.
Breakdown
e- (out) + lat (carry/lift, from Latin ferre) + -ed (past participle/adjective suffix) = elated (lifted up, emotionally elevated)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The students were elated when they found out the final exam was cancelled.”
“I was absolutely elated to discover my favorite pizza place delivers until 3 AM.”
“The team felt elated after winning the championship game.”
“She was elated when her cat finally learned to use the toilet instead of the litter box.”
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