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rapturous

/ˈræptʃərəs/
rap · tur · ous
Adverb:rapturously
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• adjective

1

Characterized by, feeling, or expressing great pleasure, joy, or enthusiasm.

Example

"The visiting orchestra received a rapturous ovation from the audience at the end of the symphony."

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• Nearby Words

raptly
raptor
rapture
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rapturously
rapunzel
rare

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 17th century from the noun 'rapture' plus the suffix '-ous', ultimately tracing back to the Latin past participle 'raptus' (meaning 'seized' or 'carried off'), from the verb 'rapere'.

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