as in giddy
experiencing or marked by overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
a football player who was ecstatic upon receiving a full athletic scholarship to the college of his choice
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Recent Examples of ecstatic
Although Wendy seems way less into Palmer after being led away in cuffs by his ex-girlfriend, Victoria is ecstatic at her role in the sting operation and races to hug Jimmy.
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Sara Netzley, EW.com, 4 Mar. 2025
In the show, Kristine sees Natalia (Imogen Faith Reid) as her next project, and her husband, Michael (Mark Duplass), is ecstatic to finally have a daughter.
—Olivia B. Waxman, TIME, 18 Mar. 2025
Riley is ecstatic and calls her mom Rachel (Alison Pill) for permission, who agrees to invite the artist over.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
And when her cut of the film screened at the book convention Book Bonanza in June 2023 before more than 3,500 people, the ecstatic response lit up social media.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Feb. 2025
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Sara Netzley, EW.com, 4 Mar. 2025
In the show, Kristine sees Natalia (Imogen Faith Reid) as her next project, and her husband, Michael (Mark Duplass), is ecstatic to finally have a daughter.
—Olivia B. Waxman, TIME, 18 Mar. 2025
Riley is ecstatic and calls her mom Rachel (Alison Pill) for permission, who agrees to invite the artist over.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
And when her cut of the film screened at the book convention Book Bonanza in June 2023 before more than 3,500 people, the ecstatic response lit up social media.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ecstatic
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Mountain, his latest venture, is more expansive in all respects—more seats, fancier grills, a bigger playbook of influences and techniques—while retaining the giddy obsession with sourcing that has become Parry’s signature.—
Amiel Stanek,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Apr. 2025
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When the friends head to the public library to attend their first minicomics convention, their giddy, nervous excitement is palpable.—
James Sturm,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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So, when the opportunity to visit Tanzania arose, I was intrigued and excited to embark on this journey.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
28 Mar. 2025
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Julianne being available and excited, wanting to come and play in the sandbox; James, similarly.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Although Lederman is enthusiastic about this business model, Frannexus isn’t in the business of convincing clients to buy franchises.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
25 Mar. 2025
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Grange leaders are enthusiastic about contributing to the Cruise Nights’ fundraising efforts for the Ramona Senior Center, Carlson said.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Mar. 2025
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Viewers and crew alike were thrilled to learn that Noah (Brody) and Joanne’s (Bell) love story wouldn't leave off on a cliffhanger.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Now, the pop-rock star is entering a new musical era, and her legion of followers is apparently thrilled that another chapter is finally beginning.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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In statements late Tuesday, both Chung and her lawyer were elated by the temporary restraining order.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
25 Mar. 2025
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Weeks after welcoming her third child, daughter Golden Raye Mahomes, with her husband Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Current co-owner, 29, couldn’t be more elated.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
4 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Composed of frontwoman Lorena Pulgar, Martín Pérez Roa and Felipe Zenteno, all masters of synths, this Chilean trio has spent years crafting a sound that’s equal parts introspective and euphoric — a delicate balance of dreamy textures and irresistible pop melodies.—
Griselda Flores,
Billboard,
26 Mar. 2025
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As research from the Journal of Neurophysiology explains, the initial stages of romantic love feel euphoric — due to the strong cocktail of neurotransmitters that are produced in the brain.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Naturally, Rory McIlroy is delighted with this new milestone in his career.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
19 Mar. 2025
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President Trump would be delighted if the Arab plan took hold and somehow delivered true peace and prosperity.—
Frank Miele,
Orlando Sentinel,
13 Mar. 2025
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The Foreman fight sealed his vindication with an exhilarated reception throughout the world.—
Mikal Gilmore,
Rolling Stone,
17 Jan. 2025
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Walking into that pitch-black space, not seeing anything while having my eyes wide open exhilarated and frightened me.—
Jeryl Brunner,
Forbes,
31 Oct. 2024
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“Ecstatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ecstatic. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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