Definition of elated adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

elated

adjective

/ɪˈleɪtɪd/

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elated (at/by something) very happy and excited because of something good that has happened, or will happen
- They were elated at the result.
- I was elated by the prospect of the new job ahead.
Synonyms excited
excitedecstatic ▪ elated ▪ euphoric ▪ rapturous ▪ exhilaratedThese words all describe feeling or showing happiness and enthusiasm.
excited feeling or showing happiness and enthusiasm:
The kids were excited about the holiday.
ecstatic very happy, excited and enthusiastic; showing this enthusiasm:
Sally was ecstatic about her new job.
elated happy and excited because of something good that has happened or will happen:
I was elated with the thrill of success.
euphoric very happy and excited, but usually only for a short time:
My euphoric mood could not last.
rapturous expressing extreme pleasure or enthusiasm:
He was greeted with rapturous applause.
exhilarated happy and excited, especially after physical activity:
She felt exhilarated with the speed.
Patterns
- to feel excited/elated/euphoric/exhilarated
- to be excited/ecstatic/elated/euphoric at something
- to be excited/ecstatic/elated about something
- to be excited/elated/exhilarated by something
- to be ecstatic/elated/exhilarated with something
Extra Examples
- elated by our victory
- elated with his success
- I was elated with the thrill of success.
Topics Feelingsc2
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verbs
- be
- feel
- look
- …
adverb
- very
- absolutely
- strangely
- …
preposition
- at
- by
- with
- …
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