exhilaration
gb/ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/ us/ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
C1
English
eufória, adrenalinlöket, felfrissülés
NOUN
C1
1
eufória
B2
Usage pattern:
exhilaration (at [something] / over [something])
She felt a rush of exhilaration when she heard she’d got the job.
Eufória öntötte el, amikor meghallotta, hogy megkapta az állást.
There was real exhilaration in the room after the team’s comeback win.
A csapat fordításos győzelme után igazi eufória uralkodott a teremben.
He couldn’t hide his exhilaration at finally finishing the marathon.
Learner examples
I felt exhilaration when I passed my exam.
Eufóriát éreztem, amikor átmentem a vizsgán.
Winning the game gave me exhilaration.
A meccs megnyerése eufóriával töltött el.
Common mistake:
Often misspelled (e.g., *exileration*). Also confused with similar-looking words like exoneration.
Meaning
strong happiness and excitement
Collocations
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
Synonyms
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.)
Antonyms
boredom (The opposite of feeling excited or energized.)
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dejection (A low, discouraged feeling rather than uplift.)
Themes
emotions
|daily_life
Definition
a very happy, excited feeling
A feeling of great excitement and happiness, often caused by something enjoyable or successful.
NOUN
C1
2
Usage pattern:
the exhilaration of [activity]
For her, the exhilaration of rock climbing is hard to beat.
Számára kevés dolog ér fel a sziklamászás adrenalinlöketével.
He loves the exhilaration of driving on an empty road at dawn.
Imádja azt az adrenalinlöketet, amit az jelent, amikor hajnalban egy üres úton vezet.
They talked about the mix of fear and exhilaration they felt on the roller coaster.
Learner examples
I felt exhilaration when I rode the roller coaster.
Amikor felültem a hullámvasútra, igazi adrenalinlöketet éreztem.
Common mistake:
Can be confused with adrenaline (a body chemical); exhilaration is the feeling, not the substance.
Meaning
thrill from risk or speed
Collocations
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
Synonyms
thrill (More common and slightly less formal.)
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adrenaline rush (Highlights physical intensity; more informal.)
Antonyms
calm (A settled state without heightened excitement.)
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terror (Fear without the enjoyable, energizing aspect.)
Themes
emotions
|sports
|travel
Definition
the exciting thrill you feel when doing something fast or risky
A heightened, thrilling excitement felt during fast, dangerous, or challenging activities.
NOUN
C2
3
felfrissülés
B2
Usage pattern:
the exhilaration of [place/condition] / the exhilaration from [something]
The cold air brought a sudden exhilaration as she stepped outside.
A hideg levegő hirtelen felfrissülést hozott, amikor kilépett.
After the long walk, he felt a pleasant exhilaration and clarity.
A hosszú séta után kellemes felfrissülést és tiszta fejet érzett.
They came for the exhilaration of the open landscape and wide skies.
Learner examples
The fresh air gave me exhilaration.
A friss levegő kellemes felfrissülést adott.
Common mistake:
Learners may use it where 'relaxation' fits better; exhilaration implies energy, not rest.
Meaning
invigorated, refreshed feeling
Collocations
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
Synonyms
invigoration (More directly about renewed energy than excitement.)
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refreshment (Softer and less intense.)
Antonyms
fatigue (A lack of energy rather than a boost.)
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lethargy (A heavy, sluggish feeling.)
Themes
emotions
|health
|nature
Definition
a fresh, energetic feeling
A refreshed, energized feeling, especially one produced by fresh air, exercise, or a stimulating environment.
Grammar
Dictionary form
exhilaration
IPA
GB/ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
US/ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
ex - hil - ar - a - tion (5 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (ar)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: exhilaration
- Plural: exhilaration
Word family
Core family
Related words
exhilaratingly
adverb
Expressions
a rush of exhilaration
1/ə ɹˈʌʃ əv ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
sudden strong excitement
a sudden strong excited feeling
Examples
- 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.
Learner examples
- I felt a rush of exhilaration when I won.
a sense of exhilaration
1/ə sˈɛns əv ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
general feeling of excitement
a feeling of being excited and happy
Examples
- 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.
Learner examples
- I had a sense of exhilaration on my trip.
a wave of exhilaration
1/ə wˈeɪv əv ɪɡzˌɪlɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
excitement spreading through you
a strong feeling of excitement that comes over you
Examples
- 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
Examples
- 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.
Learner examples
- I enjoy the exhilaration of learning new things.