as in giddy
experiencing or marked by overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
a football player who was ecstatic upon receiving a full athletic scholarship to the college of his choice
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Recent Examples of ecstatic
The collage in Muriel’s room (Credit: Jacob Whitehead) Next to it is another quote, an exhausted but ecstatic athlete on the finish line.
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Jacob Whitehead, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
In the clip, he was seen smiling and putting his hands on his face in disbelief, before continuing to dance alongside Swift's ecstatic dad, Scott.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Plus, Angela’s mom looks ecstatic next to lion dancers, and Min’s grandmother seems startled by something happening offscreen.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2024
Donald Trump’s supporters were ecstatic that the 45th president of the United States was re-elected to become the 47th president, but no one appeared to be happier than former NFL star Le’Veon Bell.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Jacob Whitehead, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
In the clip, he was seen smiling and putting his hands on his face in disbelief, before continuing to dance alongside Swift's ecstatic dad, Scott.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Plus, Angela’s mom looks ecstatic next to lion dancers, and Min’s grandmother seems startled by something happening offscreen.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2024
Donald Trump’s supporters were ecstatic that the 45th president of the United States was re-elected to become the 47th president, but no one appeared to be happier than former NFL star Le’Veon Bell.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ecstatic
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Other tribes of music-heads danced through dawn on muddy hillsides, barely sleeping or eating through the driving rain, dazed but giddy to take part in a massive, improbable event.Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
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Our mammoth game is the last one, which just has to make the NFL schedule-makers giddy.Chris Branch, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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Although the rivalry between Daredevil and Kingpin is likely what Daredevil fans are most excited to see in Born Again, the trailer makes clear that other old friends will be along for the ride as well.Christian Holub, EW.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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Avery was excited to hear responses from high-profile brands such as Huda Beauty and artists including Charli XCX who also wanted to participate.Sarah Quiñones Wolfson, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2025
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The song became his biggest hit to date, as demonstrated by its impressive streaming numbers across various platforms and the enthusiastic interaction at live performances.Hala Mustafa, Billboard, 14 Jan. 2025
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But unfortunately, the ones who did speak up with anything other than enthusiastic support from Mr. Hegseth immediately came under extremely volatile attack from everybody from President Trump down to his MAGA base.Philip Elliott, TIME, 14 Jan. 2025
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Husband Jason McArthur, who owns a land surveying company in Mokena, was thrilled on her behalf.Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
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He’ll be seen next in the western thrilled Killing Faith.Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2025
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Who should watch: Early risers who appreciate Today and, really, any fans of NBC shows will be elated.Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 31 Dec. 2024
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Tinkering tunes, elated beats, percolating sounds, beautiful production, celestial soundscapes and more are heard on the long play.Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Entrepreneurs recognize that the path is an intense marathon, not a euphoric sprint.Ted Ladd, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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Post-match, Dan Burn, a lifelong fan, was euphoric, Fabian Schar winked his approval, Alexander Isak blew a kiss and even Howe, rather sheepishly, smiled towards the camera.Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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Wicked Wicked has been playing at Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre since 2003 and has long delighted fans.Emma Kershaw, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Back in 2013, after Breaking Bad had wrapped its five-year run, fans were delighted when several vehicles used in the Emmy-winning TV show hit the auction block, most notably a 2003 Pontiac Aztek driven by Bryan Cranston’s character Walter White.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2025
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Walking into that pitch-black space, not seeing anything while having my eyes wide open exhilarated and frightened me.Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Unlike his exhilarated mother, Titus reacted neutrally.Jenna Russell, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Sep. 2023
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“Ecstatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ecstatic. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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