elate
The word “elate” has 2 syllables: e-late
It's pronounced as /ɪˈleɪt/
What is synonym and antonym for elate?
In the thesaurus, “elate” has 20 synonyms and 9 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for elate along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for elate
- cheer
- commove
- content
- delight
- elevate
- encourage
- enrapture
- excite
- exhilarate
- gladden
- gratify
- inspire
- intoxicate
- please
- rejoice
- satisfy
- stimulate
- transport
- uplift
- warm
Antonyms for elate
- demoralize
- depress
- discourage
- dishearten
- dispirit
- dissuade
- distress
- oppress
- sadden
Meanings of elate
- verb
- To make joyful or proud.
- To lift up; raise; elevate.
- adjective
- Elated; exultant.
- Lifted up; raised; elevated.
Example Sentences
- The surprise party was designed to elate her on her birthday.
- He felt elate after receiving the job offer he had been hoping for.
- The team’s victory in the championship game served to elate the entire city.
- The positive feedback from her performance review helped to elate her spirits.
- The news of their successful project launch served to elate the entire team.
On this page you'll find 29 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elate, such as: cheer, commove, content, delight, demoralize, depress, discourage.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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