Rapturous

usgb/ˈræptʃərəs/
adjective

Showing extreme joy or pleasure.

She received the news with rapturous excitement.
Visual representation of "rapturous" - Showing extreme joy or pleasure.

Often appears as...

  • rapturous applause
  • rapturous excitement
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Intensity of Joy

Use 'rapturous' to describe a very strong feeling of happiness, more intense than 'happy' or 'glad'.

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Her rapturous smile was infectious.
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Excitement Overwhelm

'Rapturous' often implies being so thrilled that one is almost overwhelmed by their emotions.

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He was rapturous at the sight of the surprise party.
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Audience's Praise

Use 'rapturous applause' to convey an audience's exceptionally enthusiastic response to a performance.

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The singer was greeted by rapturous applause after her stunning performance.
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