Exhilarate

usgb/ɪɡˈzɪləreɪt/
verb

To make someone feel very happy and excited.

The success of their business exhilarated the young entrepreneurs.
Visual representation of "exhilarate" - To make someone feel very happy and excited.

Often appears as...

  • exhilarate someone with something
  • exhilarate someone by something
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Positive Emotion

Use 'exhilarate' to describe intense positive feelings, more than just 'happy'.

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The roller coaster ride exhilarated the children, leaving them breathless with joy.
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Often Personal

'Exhilarate' is generally used when someone's feelings are affected personally.

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She was exhilarated by the surprise birthday party her friends organized.
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Not Subtle

The effect of 'exhilarate' is strong and obvious, not a quiet or modest feeling.

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Winning the championship exhilarated the whole team; they couldn't stop smiling.
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