C2adjectiveemotionspsychology
US/juːˈfɔːr.ɪk/
UK/juːˈfɒr.ɪk/
feeling extremely happy and excited, often for a short time
In context
She felt euphoric when she saw her name on the list of winners.
The euphoric crowd danced in the streets after the final whistle.
After the exam, the students were in a euphoric mood for the whole weekend.
Words that go with euphoric
adverb + adjective
- completely euphoricI felt completely euphoric as soon as the plane landed.
adjective + noun
- euphoric moodThe team was in a euphoric mood after the win.
- euphoric crowdA euphoric crowd welcomed the runners home.
- euphoric celebrationThere was a euphoric celebration in the city center.
adjective + preposition
- euphoric aboutHe was euphoric about the news of the baby.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I feel euphoria.Correct: I feel euphoric.