Euphoria
mediumyoo-FOR-ee-uh
noun
Definition
A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness
Examples
“The crowd experienced euphoria when the concert began.”
“Winning the lottery filled them with euphoria.”
Categories
GRE Tip
Euphoria is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "elation" or "ecstasy" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "depression".
Related GRE Words
elation
Great happiness and exhilaration
ecstasy
An overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement
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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