exaltation
UK: ˌɛɡzɔːlˈteɪʃən | US: ˌɛɡzɔːlˈteɪʃən
n. a feeling or state of extreme happiness or elevation
n. the act of raising someone or something in rank, power, or character
n. (archaic) the action of praising someone highly
exaltation = ex<out, upward> + alt<high> + ation<noun suffix>
- ex<out, upward>: From Latin ex-, meaning "out of" or "upward."
- alt<high>: From Latin altus, meaning "high" or "deep" (in spatial or metaphorical sense).
- ation<noun suffix>: A suffix forming nouns indicating an action or resulting state.
Etymology Origin:
The word exaltation traces back to Latin exaltare ("to raise high"), combining ex- (upward) and altus (high). It originally described physical elevation but evolved to signify spiritual or emotional upliftment, reflecting the metaphorical "raising" of status or joy. The suffix -ation solidified its role as a noun in Middle English, emphasizing the result of being exalted.
The crowd erupted in exaltation when their team won the championship.
Her promotion filled her with a sense of exaltation and pride.
Medieval poets often wrote of the exaltation of noble virtues.
The ceremony was marked by moments of solemn exaltation.
His speech aimed to inspire exaltation among the listeners.