euphoria
UK: juːˈfɔːriə | US: juːˈfɔːriə
n. a feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness
The word "euphoria" originates from Greek, combining "eu-" (meaning "good" or "well") and "-phoria" (derived from "pherein," meaning "to bear" or "to carry"). The suffix "-ia" denotes a condition or state. Historically, it was used in medical contexts to describe a patient's sense of well-being, often unrelated to actual health. Over time, it evolved to describe any intense, often temporary, feeling of elation or happiness.
Winning the championship filled her with pure euphoria.
The crowd erupted in euphoria when the band took the stage.
He experienced a brief moment of euphoria after receiving the good news.
The drug induced a dangerous state of euphoria.
Traveling to new places often brings her a sense of euphoria.