C2
elated vs excited
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| elatedadjective/iˈleɪ.tɪd/ | Meaning extremely happy and excited because of something good that has happened | Goes with elated mood | Example The director was elated when her film won the top prize in Busan. |
| excitedadjective/ɪkˈsaɪ.tɪd/ | Meaning feeling very happy and full of energy about something that is going to happen | Goes with — | Example The kids are excited about the trip to the zoo tomorrow. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The team was at the news.