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1elate

verb \i-ˈlāt\

: to make (someone) very happy and excited

elat·edelat·ing

Full Definition of ELATE

transitive verb
:  to fill with joy or pride
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Origin of ELATE

Latin elatus (past participle of efferre to carry out, elevate), from e- + latus, past participle of ferre to carry — more at tolerate, bear
First Known Use: circa 1619

Rhymes with ELATE

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2elate

adjective

Definition of ELATE

:  elated <I smiled to myself and felt elate — Charlotte Brontë>

First Known Use of ELATE

1647
ELATE Defined for Kids

elate

verb \i-ˈlāt\
elat·edelat·ing

Definition of ELATE for Kids

:  to fill with joy or pride <Winning the game elated our fans.>

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