exulation
Definition
- Noun:
- Intense joy or triumph: "exulation" refers to a state of great happiness, often accompanied by a sense of victory or self-satisfaction. It emphasizes a feeling of elation that is outwardly expressed, sometimes with a hint of smugness or gloating.
- Rejoicing: The act of celebrating or expressing delight, especially in response to success or good fortune.
Usage Examples
- (Her intense joy and triumph were clear for all to see.)
- (Their rejoicing and happiness were loud and enthusiastic.)
Advanced Usage
"to be in exulation": to be experiencing a state of great joy, often with a sense of self-congratulation.
- He was in exulation after passing the difficult exam, feeling proud of his achievement. (He felt intense joy and pride.)
"to express exulation": to show or communicate one's great happiness, often through words or actions.
- The crowd expressed their exulation by waving flags and shouting. (They showed their joy and triumph.)
Variants and Related Words
Exult (verb): to feel or show great happiness, especially because of success.
- She exulted in her victory, dancing around the room. (She felt and displayed intense joy.)
Exultant (adj): feeling or showing great happiness or triumph.
- The exultant fans cheered loudly for their team. (The fans were filled with joy and triumph.)
Exultation (noun): a synonym for "exulation," more commonly used to describe the act of rejoicing.
- His exultation was infectious, making everyone around him smile. (His rejoicing was contagious.)
Synonyms
- Jubilation: a feeling of great happiness and triumph.
- Elation: a state of extreme happiness or excitement.
- Rejoicing: the act of expressing joy, often in a group setting.
Related Idioms
To be on cloud nine: to be extremely happy.
- After hearing the good news, she was on cloud nine, full of exulation. (She was intensely joyful.)
To walk on air: to feel very happy and lighthearted.
- He walked on air after the promotion, his exulation obvious to everyone. (His happiness made him feel light and joyful.)