elated
Say it: ih-LAY-tid /ɪˈleɪtɪd/ · adjective
What “elated” means
Extremely happy and excited.
Example: “He was elated when he finally deadlifted twice his bodyweight.”
When to use it
Use it when good news makes someone feel wonderfully happy. It is stronger and slightly more formal than pleased.
Memory trick
Latin elatus means raised or lifted up: picture happiness lifting you off the ground.
Similar words
overjoyed, thrilled, ecstatic
Where it comes from
From Latin elatus, "raised, lifted up."
Quick check
After months of hoping, you learn that you have won a place at your favourite college. How do you feel?
relieved or elated?
Show the answer
elated
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