exhilaration
gb/ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/ us/ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
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Podstatné jméno
C1
state
1
strong happiness and excitement
a very happy, excited feeling
Vzorec užití:
exhilaration (at [something] / over [something])
Častá chyba:
Often misspelled (e.g., *exileration*). Also confused with similar-looking words like exoneration.
Synonyma
excitement (More general and less intense.)
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elation (Often linked to pride or success.)
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thrill (Emphasizes a sudden, sharp feeling.)
Antonyma
boredom (The opposite of feeling excited or energized.)
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dejection (A low, discouraged feeling rather than uplift.)
Kolokace
a feeling of exhilaration
|a sense of exhilaration
|a burst of exhilaration
|a moment of exhilaration
|pure exhilaration
|sheer exhilaration
|shared exhilaration
|exhilaration at the news
|exhilaration over the win
|filled with exhilaration
Témata
emotions
|daily_life
Příklady
- She felt a rush of exhilaration when she heard she’d got the job.
- There was real exhilaration in the room after the team’s comeback win.
- He couldn’t hide his exhilaration at finally finishing the marathon.
Učební příklady
- I felt exhilaration when I passed my exam.
- Winning the game gave me exhilaration.
Podstatné jméno
C1
state
2
thrill from risk or speed
the exciting thrill you feel when doing something fast or risky
Vzorec užití:
the exhilaration of [activity]
Častá chyba:
Can be confused with adrenaline (a body chemical); exhilaration is the feeling, not the substance.
Synonyma
thrill (More common and slightly less formal.)
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adrenaline rush (Highlights physical intensity; more informal.)
Antonyma
calm (A settled state without heightened excitement.)
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terror (Fear without the enjoyable, energizing aspect.)
Kolokace
the exhilaration of skiing
|the exhilaration of flying
|the exhilaration of speed
|the exhilaration of danger
|the exhilaration of the chase
|the exhilaration of competition
|exhilaration and fear
|a mix of exhilaration and nerves
|seek exhilaration
|crave exhilaration
Témata
emotions
|sports
|travel
Příklady
- For her, the exhilaration of rock climbing is hard to beat.
- He loves the exhilaration of driving on an empty road at dawn.
- They talked about the mix of fear and exhilaration they felt on the roller coaster.
Učební příklady
- I felt exhilaration when I rode the roller coaster.
Podstatné jméno
C2
state
3
invigorated, refreshed feeling
a fresh, energetic feeling
Vzorec užití:
the exhilaration of [place/condition] / the exhilaration from [something]
Častá chyba:
Learners may use it where 'relaxation' fits better; exhilaration implies energy, not rest.
Synonyma
invigoration (More directly about renewed energy than excitement.)
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refreshment (Softer and less intense.)
Antonyma
fatigue (A lack of energy rather than a boost.)
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lethargy (A heavy, sluggish feeling.)
Kolokace
the exhilaration of the mountains
|the exhilaration of fresh air
|the exhilaration of the open sea
|the exhilaration of exercise
|a feeling of exhilaration
|bring exhilaration
|give a sense of exhilaration
|leave you with exhilaration
|instant exhilaration
|winter exhilaration
Témata
emotions
|health
|nature
Příklady
- The cold air brought a sudden exhilaration as she stepped outside.
- After the long walk, he felt a pleasant exhilaration and clarity.
- They came for the exhilaration of the open landscape and wide skies.
Učební příklady
- The fresh air gave me exhilaration.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
exhilaration
IPA
GB/ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
US/ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
Slabiky a přízvuk
ex - hil - ar - a - tion (5 slabik)
Stress on 3rd syllable (ar)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: exhilaration
- Plural: exhilaration
Příbuzná slova
Core family
Related words
exhilaratingly
adverb
Výrazy
a rush of exhilaration
1/ə ɹˈʌʃ əv ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
sudden strong excitement
a sudden strong excited feeling
Příklady
- He felt a rush of exhilaration as the plane lifted off.
- A rush of exhilaration went through her when her name was announced.
- They described a rush of exhilaration at the final whistle.
a sense of exhilaration
1/ə sˈɛns əv ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
general feeling of excitement
a feeling of being excited and happy
Příklady
- There was a sense of exhilaration as the project finally came together.
- He spoke with a quiet sense of exhilaration about the new plan.
- The crowd’s sense of exhilaration was contagious.
a wave of exhilaration
1/ə wˈeɪv əv ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
excitement spreading through you
a strong feeling of excitement that comes over you
Příklady
- A wave of exhilaration hit her as she crossed the finish line.
- He felt a wave of exhilaration when he realized the idea would work.
- They were overcome by a wave of exhilaration as the lights went up.
the exhilaration of doing something
1/ðə ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən əv dˈuɪŋ sˈʌmθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
thrill from an activity
the exciting feeling you get from an activity
Příklady
- He missed the exhilaration of performing live.
- She wrote about the exhilaration of discovering something new.
- They came for the exhilaration of travel and change.