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rapturous

[rap-cher-uhs]

adjective

  1. full of, feeling, or manifesting ecstatic joy or delight.

  2. characterized by, attended with, or expressive of such rapture.

    rapturous praise.



ˈrapturous

/ ˈræptʃərəs /

adjective

  1. experiencing or manifesting ecstatic joy or delight

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Other Word Forms

  • rapturously adverb
  • rapturousness noun
  • unrapturous adjective
  • unrapturously adverb
  • unrapturousness noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of rapturous1

First recorded in 1670–80; rapture + -ous
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He also received a standing ovation and rapturous chants of "Stephen, Stephen!"

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The tour’s rapturous reviews — and a notable lack of drama between the Gallaghers — cemented this as the must-see rock event of the year.

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At once grounded and dreamlike, the film drew perhaps the most rapturous and unanimous response of any debut in this year’s lineup.

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A relaxed Eze, wearing an Arsenal shirt and jeans, sauntered out to a rapturous reception from fans before the match against Leeds.

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"Getting to know the people in this region has been the privilege of my life," he told a rapturous crowd on Monday.

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