Synonyms for

Ecstatic

Verb / eˈkstætɪk / Another word for ecstatic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

feeling or showing intense emotion

Synonyms & similar words

rapt rhapsodic rapturous enraptured overjoyed elated thrilled delighted joyful happy gleeful exhilarated blissful euphoric rapturous enraptured transported exultant beaming radiant jubilant rhapsodic fervent passionate

Synonyms by register

Formal

elated exhilarated overjoyed rapturous

Informal

thrilled pumped over the moon on cloud nine

Literary

enraptured transported euphoric

Antonyms

depressed sad miserable disappointed unhappy dejected gloomy

Common collocations

  • ecstatic joy
  • ecstatic about
  • ecstatic with
  • ecstatic reception
  • ecstatic crowd
  • ecstatic moment
  • ecstatic happiness

Word family

noun ecstasy
adjective ecstatic
adverb ecstatically

Usage note

Ecstatic describes a state of intense happiness or joy. It is often used to describe reactions to very positive events or news.

Example sentences

  1. I was ecstatic when I found out that I got the job!
  2. The little girl was ecstatic when she saw the puppy.
  3. He was ecstatic when he won the championship game.
  4. She was ecstatic to see her family after a long time apart.
  5. The audience was ecstatic after the amazing performance.

Quotes

  • I am ecstatic when I get a great role.
  • I am so ecstatic to be here.
  • I am ecstatic about being able to play a role in the destruction of our planet.

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