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Definition of exultation

exultation

/ˌɛɡ.zʌlˈteɪ.ʃən/
ex · ul · ta · tion
Adverb:exultantly
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Plural:exultations
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Adjective:exultant
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exultation Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A feeling or lively expression of triumphant joy,jubilation, or great happiness, especially over a victory or achievement.

Example

"A roar of exultation echoed through the stadium when the home team scored the winning goal in the final seconds."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'exultation' (triumphant joy or rejoicing) with the near-homophone 'exaltation' (the act of elevating someone in rank, power, or praise).

• Rhymes for exultation

• Nearby Words

exult
exultant
exultantly
exultation
exurb
exurban
exxon

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 15th century from Latin exultationem, a noun of action from exsultare ('to leap up, rejoice exceedingly'), formed from ex- ('out, up') and saltare ('to leap, dance'), a frequentative of salire ('to jump').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Exultation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/exultation
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