euphoric
[yoo-fawr-ik, -for-]
- intensely happy or confident: She was euphoric when she received the Oscar.
- Psychology. in a state of happy and confident well-being sometimes exaggerated in pathological states as mania.
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Origin of euphoric
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Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2018
Related Words
deliriousdizzydrunkelatedtriumphaloverjoyedjoyoustriumphantpleasedexuberantexultantexcitedgladeuphoricdelightedjubilantthrilledheavenlyenchanteddreamyExamples from the Web for euphoric
Contemporary Examples
The director, Jonathan Demme, offers us a continuous rock experience that keeps building, becoming ever more intense and euphoric.
But when I wrote the check, it was the most euphoric feeling.
Over-the-counter cough syrup may also be used, though the effects of that are more hallucinogenic than euphoric.
Upon hearing the news that the bill had passed in 2010, like many suffering with chronic pain, Portuguez was euphoric.
He should have been euphoric, and more than just euphoric, gracious.
Historical Examples
"He's euphoric," Paula said again, but her face was stricken.
The Stars, My BrothersEdmond Hamilton
The expression was finally used in earnest, and, by euphoric changes, reached its present shape.
Both wore street jackets and both men had the unmistakable air of euphoric calm that came within seconds of Alcorn's approach.
Assignment's EndRoger Dee
Word Origin and History for euphoric
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper