elated

Group 15Difficulty 1/3

Definition

(adjective)
Ecstatically happy
GRE

Example in Context

The research team was elated when the experimental results confirmed the hypothesis they had spent three years developing.

Synonyms

thrilledoverjoyedecstatic

Etymology

Carried out of oneself; extremely happy.

  • e- (Latin) — out
  • latus (Latin) — carried

Memory Aid

🎉Sounds like “a late ed

When you realize you’re A LATE ED for the party, you jump up in ELATED joy!

Visual Association

😄A person jumping with joy at a surprise party, their face radiating happiness.

Semantic Clusters

Synonym Groups

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “elated” mean on the GRE?

elated (adjective) means “Ecstatically happy”. The research team was elated when the experimental results confirmed the hypothesis they had spent three years developing.

How to remember “elated” for the GRE?

Mnemonic: “elated” sounds like “a late ed”. When you realize you’re A LATE ED for the party, you jump up in ELATED joy!

What are synonyms for “elated”?

Common synonyms: thrilled, overjoyed, ecstatic.