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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of elation
This time, elation to Barbosu, devastation to Chiles.
—
Caroline Price, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
There are four basic types of the disorder, which are characterized by periods of elation and hyper-activity known as manic episodes, which are then followed by depressive stages where the patient experiences feelings of sadness and depression.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Each coach saw moments of elation and frustration as their respective teams went on runs, with both teams holding double-digit leads at different points in the game.
—Timothy Dashiell, Baltimore Sun, 26 Feb. 2025
The months surrounding any digital-media launch are riddled with anxiety, misery, and sometimes great elation.
—Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for elation
Caroline Price, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
There are four basic types of the disorder, which are characterized by periods of elation and hyper-activity known as manic episodes, which are then followed by depressive stages where the patient experiences feelings of sadness and depression.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Each coach saw moments of elation and frustration as their respective teams went on runs, with both teams holding double-digit leads at different points in the game.
—Timothy Dashiell, Baltimore Sun, 26 Feb. 2025
The months surrounding any digital-media launch are riddled with anxiety, misery, and sometimes great elation.
—Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for elation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elation
Noun
-
In one raid carried out last week at a residential address, Oakman said, KCK police officers seized nearly 1,500 grams of marijuana and cocaine, along with 48 ecstasy and methamphetamine pills, 15 assault rifles and about $5,230 in cash.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2025
-
That’s why there have countless films and even a couple of series constructed around the agony and the ecstasy of moviemaking.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
But one that comes from excitement and joy and chasing each other around.—
Danielle Pergament,
SELF,
10 Apr. 2025
-
When friendships are neglected, all the possibilities of friendship—the political possibilities, the possibilities for love, joy, and community—disappear as well.—
Priya Vulchi,
Time,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
So that was a very conscious call, along with the choice of basing it in a particular weather, which is monsoon, because the characters don’t really have any happiness or sunshine in their life.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
27 Mar. 2025
-
To no longer be complicit in surrendering her life to the sport at the expense of her happiness.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
After all, these substances increase feelings of euphoria and, in turn, help mitigate stress and naturally relieve pain.—
Ana Morales,
Vogue,
7 Apr. 2025
-
The upbeat pop tune, first performed during their anniversary show in Toronto last month, sees Nick, Joe, and Kevin lean into romantic euphoria.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Dustin May closed his eyes, took a breath and held his head suspended toward the heavens.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2025
-
Then, Nathan Lee Graham was just like a gift from the heavens.—
Jeff Conway,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
My heart was already pounding from the awful climb, but there was a sudden thrill and exhilaration.—
Frank C. Hibben,
Outdoor Life,
13 Feb. 2025
-
Thursday's episode contained an array of emotions from the sorrow, panic and exhilaration.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Get The Recipe Cherry Delight As the name implies, this cool dessert is a true delight.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2025
-
Lou was brought home, happy and healthy, to the obvious delight of his best buddy.—
Terry Baddoo,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Elation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elation. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share