jubilate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈdʒuːbɪleɪt//
KK: /ˈdʒuːbɪleɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To express great joy or happiness, often in a lively or celebratory way.
Example
The crowd began to jubilate when their team won the championship.
Tense Forms
Past: jubilated
Past Participle: jubilated
Conversation
I can't believe we won the game!
I know, right? We should jubilate this victory!
Definitely! Let's celebrate with some pizza later.
Sounds like a plan! I can't wait to jubilate with everyone.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rejoice
exult
celebrate
Antonyms
mourn
sorrow
grieve
noun
Definition
A joyful song or expression of happiness, often used in a religious context.
Example
The choir sang a jubilate to celebrate the special occasion.
Conversation
Have you heard the new song that really makes you want to jubilate?
Yes, it's so uplifting! I love how it brings everyone together.
It reminds me of the old hymns that celebrate joy and happiness.
Root Explanation
Jubilate → It is derived from the Latin 'jubilare' (meaning to shout for joy or rejoice). The word 'jubilate' means to express great joy or to rejoice loudly.
Memory Tip
Think of the Latin word for rejoicing — 'jubilare' — to remember that 'jubilate' means to express joy or rejoice.
Visually Confused Words
nubilate
jubate
sublate
rubiate
biliate
bialate