Meaning of exhilaration in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɪɡˌzɪləˈreɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    exhilaration

    Definitions

    1. the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

    Examples

    • « he could hardly conceal his excitement when she agreed »

    Derived terms

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