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A Word A Day : Euphoria
Monday, 29th October 2007 : Today's Word is ...
Euphoria
Pronunciation : yoo-fáw-ree-a
1. A feeling of great joy, excitement, or well-being
2. Extreme happiness
3. A feeling of great happiness or well-being
Late 17th century - Via modern Latin - Greek - euphoros - borne well, healthy
Elation, Ecstasy, Joy, Jubilation, Rapture, Excitement, Exhilaration, Bliss, Exultation
Dysphoria, Despair
• She was in a state of euphoria after her win.
1. Euphoric: Adjective
2. Euphorically: Adverb
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