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Elated: companion reading notes
Elated (adjective): Extremely happy, usually because something good has happened.
How to use it
Elated describes a stronger feeling than pleased. Elated at, by or with can introduce the cause, depending on the sentence. It is an emotion, not a general description of someone’s character.
Examples to practise aloud
- She was elated at the news that her application had succeeded.
- The elated team celebrated after the final whistle.
Check your understanding
Which fits elated: delighted after success or mildly interested in a result?
Check your answer
Delighted after success. Elated conveys strong happiness.
Make it your own
Choose one example above and change its situation while keeping the meaning of elated. Say your new sentence aloud, then check the word form and tone against the usage note.
Turn watching into practice
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- Write its meaning in your own words, then replay to check your understanding.
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