C2adjectiveemotionsarts
US/iˈleɪ.tɪd/
UK/iˈleɪ.tɪd/
extremely happy and excited because of something good that has happened
In context
The director was elated when her film won the top prize in Busan.
Elated fans sang in the streets after the concert.
We were elated to get the last two tickets for the show.
Words that go with elated
adjective + noun
- elated moodThe cast was in an elated mood after the premiere.
verb + adjective
- feel elatedI felt elated after my first stage performance.
adjective + preposition
- elated atThe team was elated at the news.
- elated byThe actors were elated by the standing ovation.
adverb + adjective
- absolutely elatedShe was absolutely elated with the reviews.