Ecstasy
mediumEK-stuh-see
noun
Definition
An overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement
Examples
“She was in ecstasy when she received the job offer.”
“The beauty of the sunset filled him with ecstasy.”
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GRE Tip
Ecstasy is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "rapture" or "bliss" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "misery".
Related GRE Words
euphoria
A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness
elation
Great happiness and exhilaration
jubilation
A feeling of great happiness and triumph
ambivalent
Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something
contempt
The feeling that a person or thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn
daunt
To make someone feel intimidated or apprehensive
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