elate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪˈleɪt/
KK: /ɪˈleɪt/
adjective
Definition
Feeling very happy and excited, often because of a success or good news.
Example
She was elated after receiving the job offer she had been hoping for.
Conversation
I just found out I passed my exams!
That's amazing! You must be feeling elate right now.
I really am! I can't believe all my hard work paid off.
You totally deserve it — let's celebrate your success!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
joyful
ecstatic
exuberant
Antonyms
dejected
miserable
disheartened
transitive verb
Definition
To make someone very happy or proud.
Example
Winning the award elated her beyond words.
Tense Forms
Past: elated
Past Participle: elated
Conversation
I was so happy to hear about your promotion!
Thanks! It really elated me when I found out.
You deserve it, your hard work finally paid off.
Root Explanation
Elate is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "latus" (meaning carried or borne). The word describes a state of being carried out or lifted up in spirits, hence feeling very happy or joyful.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'carried out' ('e-' means out and 'latus' means carried) to remember that 'elate' means to feel uplifted or very happy.
Visually Confused Words
velate
relate
eluate
delate
belate
late
velated
sellate