Definition

The state of feeling intense joy or delight.

Example

The audience erupted in rapturousness after the performance, showing their appreciation for the artist's talent.

Conversation

I just experienced such a feeling of rapturousness at the concert last night.

Wow, that sounds amazing! What was the highlight for you?

The energy from the crowd was electrifying, and it filled me with pure joy.

I can imagine! There's nothing like that shared excitement to create rapturousness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rapturousness → It is formed from "rapturous" (from Latin "raptus", meaning seized or carried away) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "rapturousness" refers to the state of being seized with joy or ecstasy.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'seized' ('raptus') with overwhelming joy — that's what rapturousness means.

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