exaltation

noun
UK: /ˌeɡ.zɔːlˈteɪ.ʃən/
US: /ˌeɡ.zɔːlˈteɪ.ʃən/

  1. A feeling or state of extreme happiness.

    1. She felt great exaltation after winning the race, and danced for joy.
    2. The music reached a point of exaltation, filling the concert hall with an overwhelming sense of joy.

  2. The act of raising someone or something to a higher rank or position; glorification.

    1. The exaltation of the hero was celebrated with a parade.
    2. His exaltation to the presidency marked a new era for the nation after many hard times.

  3. An increase in degree or intensity; raising in estimation; elevation.

    1. There was a general exaltation of spirits when the war ended.
    2. The king regarded this triumph as an exaltation of his royal status and power.

Synonyms

jubilation elation rapture elevation

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "exaltation" in English means: A feeling or state of extreme happiness., The act of raising someone or something to a higher rank or position; glorification., An increase in degree or intensity; raising in estimation; elevation..

The phonetic transcription of "exaltation" is /ˌeɡ.zɔːlˈteɪ.ʃən/ in British English and /ˌeɡ.zɔːlˈteɪ.ʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "exaltation": jubilation, elation, rapture, elevation.

Example usage of "exaltation": "She felt great exaltation after winning the race, and danced for joy.". More examples on the page.