exultation
noun [ U ] formal uk/ˌeɡ.zəlˈteɪ.ʃən/ us/ˌeɡ.zəlˈteɪ.ʃən/
狂喜;欢腾,欢悦
a condition of great pleasure or happiness, especially at someone else's defeat or failure
The expression on his face was a blend of exultation and hostility. 他的脸上交织着兴奋和敌意。
There is exultation over how well he has done. 人们因为他的出色表现而欣喜若狂。
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- Her exultation was short-lived.
- The fans' exultation was infectious.
- My mood changed from despair to exultation.