What does ELATE mean?
elate
- Parts of Speech: verb
- Definitions: to make someone extremely happy and excited, often because of success or good news
- Pronunciations: US: /ɪˈleɪt/; UK: /ɪˈleɪt/
- Origin and Usage: The word "elate" originated from the Latin word "elatus," which means "lifted up." It was first used in English in the mid-16th century. "Elate" is often used to describe someone who is extremely happy and excited, usually because of a recent success or good news.
- Synonyms: thrill, excite, delight, exhilarate, uplift, buoy up
- Related Words: happy, proud, giddy, bliss, cheer
- Example Sentences:
- Winning the championship has elated the entire team.
- The news of her promotion elated her beyond words.
- He was elated when he found out he got the job.
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