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elation
noun ela·tion \i-ˈlā-shən\
Definition of ELATION
1
: the quality or state of being elated
2
: pathological euphoria
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First Known Use of ELATION
14th century
Related to ELATION
- Synonyms
- cloud nine, elatedness, ecstasy, euphoria, exhilaration, heaven, high, intoxication, paradise, rapture, rhapsody, seventh heaven, swoon, transport
- Antonyms
- depression
Other Psychology Terms
Rhymes with ELATION
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ELATION Defined for Kids
elation
noun ela·tion \i-ˈlā-shən\
Definition of ELATION for Kids
: the quality or state of being filled with joy or pride
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elation
noun ela·tion \i-ˈlā-shən\
Medical Definition of ELATION
: pathological euphoria sometimes accompanied by intense pleasure
—elat·ed \-ˈlāt-əd\ adjective
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