as in ecstasy
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
most people can't imagine the kind of elation that comes with winning a super lottery's grand prize, but they're dying to find out
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Recent Examples of elation
Again, the tribute showcased his extensive vocal chops and ability to emotively convey pain, sadness, and elation, leaving the audience spellbound.
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Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2024
Due to its potency, Delta-9 THC is more likely to induce elation rather than relaxation.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 1 Oct. 2024
But the Yankees’ elation lasted only moments, ending in the bottom of the third inning when Mookie Betts singled and Hernández and Freeman followed with similar blasts over the right-field fence.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2024
For anyone in need of elation, this is the true immersive experience that will trigger myriad positive emotions and boundless energy.
—Natasha Gural, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for elation 
Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2024
Due to its potency, Delta-9 THC is more likely to induce elation rather than relaxation.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 1 Oct. 2024
But the Yankees’ elation lasted only moments, ending in the bottom of the third inning when Mookie Betts singled and Hernández and Freeman followed with similar blasts over the right-field fence.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2024
For anyone in need of elation, this is the true immersive experience that will trigger myriad positive emotions and boundless energy.
—Natasha Gural, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for elation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elation
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According to insiders quoted by Daily Mail, party guests were invited to snort substances like ecstasy and cocaine on different substances including models’ bodies.Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 21 Oct. 2024
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Whibley claims that while at a rave, Nori asked Whibley, who was 18 at the time, to come to a restroom stall to do ecstasy with him.Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2024
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Watch the video above to see two kids light up at their new fluffy bundle of joy!Ronnie Li, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Dolled Up Trend Welcome to the dollhouse, where exaggerated proportions play up your childlike sense of wonder and joy.Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
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The ability to experience different cultures and lifestyles and enjoy adventure, which boost your happiness and productivity.Rachel Wells, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Thank you for filling my life with so much love and happiness.Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
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The early euphoria of the drug burns out in terrifying fashion, but before that, Erzsébet enters a state of ecstasy that previously seemed unavailable to her.Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2024
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The project, inspired by Becky's Mexican roots and the death of her grandfather Miguel, bursts with emotive lyrics that earnestly capture the euphoria and agony of all-consuming love.Pamela Avila, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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The heavens are encouraging us to reassess our most significant plans and goals, perhaps calling us to review them once more in order to reach their greatest potential.Kyle Thomas, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
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The Himalayas not only reach up into the heavens but plunge deep into the mantle beneath, with a mountain root that reaches some 155 miles below the surface.Carly Miller, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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The best art books lend themselves to exploration, exhilaration, and contemplation.Heller McAlpin, The Christian Science Monitor, 9 Dec. 2024
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My sense of relief when the President stepped aside, on July 21st, became exhilaration when Harris sprinted out of the gate the following day and assumed the Democratic mantle.Julia Preston, The New Yorker, 30 Nov. 2024
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If that's not enough to pique your attention, the late and delightfully eccentric Urban S. Hirsch III who collected this museum full of delights is one of nature's more colorful success stories.Mike Hanlon, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
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There was plenty of politics in NR, but WFB also stuffed the magazine with articles about music, theater, art, ballet, language — the delights of civilization.Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Elation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elation. Accessed 29 Dec. 2024.
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