elated
Adjective
Medium difficulty
What does “elated” mean?
adjective.make (someone) ecstatically happy.
SAT Usage
this term is often found in passages related to personal achievement or joyful experiences, such as celebrations or milestones. It emphasizes a heightened sense of joy and excitement, distinguishing it from similar words like "happy," as it conveys a more intense, almost euphoric level of happiness.
Common Confusions
Elated implies an intense and overwhelming joy, while happy usually suggests a more moderate and stable sense of contentment.
Do not choose elated if the context emphasizes sadness or disappointment rather than making someone ecstatically happy.
Example Sentences
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She was elated with her new car.
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After receiving the news of her scholarship, she felt elated, bursting with joy and excitement for the opportunities ahead.