exult — to feel or show triumphant elation or jubilation; rejoice exceedingly
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to feel or show triumphant elation or jubilation; rejoice exceedingly
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪɡˈzʌlt/
Korean meaning: 크게 기뻐하다, 환호하다, 의기양양해하다
Korean pronunciation: 이그**절**트
Example Sentences
- The students exulted when they heard school was cancelled due to snow.
- She couldn't help but exult when her nemesis slipped on a banana peel.
- The fans exulted as their underdog team scored the winning goal.
exult
VERB//ɪɡˈzʌlt//
to feel or show triumphant elation or jubilation; rejoice exceedingly
The basketball player exults after scoring the championship-winning shot
She chose to consult, achieved the result, now she can exult!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'exsultare' meaning 'to leap up' or 'to jump for joy.' The word literally described the physical act of jumping up and down when extremely happy.
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📝Examples
“The students exulted when they heard school was cancelled due to snow.”
“She couldn't help but exult when her nemesis slipped on a banana peel.”
“The fans exulted as their underdog team scored the winning goal.”
“He exulted over finally finding a parking spot in the crowded mall.”
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