Explanation at your level:
When you are very happy, you can say you feel exaltant. It means you are full of joy. You use it when something good happens to you, like getting a present or winning a game. It is a big, happy word for your feelings.
Exaltant is a word for when you feel excited and proud. It describes a happy feeling that lifts you up. You might feel exaltant after finishing a hard project at school. It is a special word for very high spirits.
The word exaltant is used to describe an exhilarating effect. If a piece of music or a beautiful view makes you feel incredibly joyful and triumphant, you can describe it as exaltant. It is more formal than saying 'very happy' or 'excited'.
In B2 English, we use exaltant to describe a state of being uplifted. It is often used in literary descriptions to convey a sense of victory or intense emotional elevation. It is a precise word for moments of peak human experience.
At the C1 level, you recognize that exaltant carries a nuance of 'raising up.' It is frequently used in academic or artistic critiques to describe works that inspire awe or a sense of transcendence. It distinguishes itself from simple 'excitement' by implying a deeper, more spiritual or triumphant quality.
Mastering exaltant involves understanding its etymological connection to 'exaltation.' It is a sophisticated term that captures the intersection of joy and elevation. In high-level prose, it is used to characterize atmospheres that are almost sacred or profoundly celebratory, often found in classical literature or philosophical discourse regarding the human condition.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Adjective meaning exhilarating.
- Formal register.
- Root: Latin 'exaltare'.
- Used for high spirits.
When you hear the word exaltant, think of the feeling of being on top of the world. It is an adjective that describes something that has an exhilarating effect on the spirit.
If you are feeling exaltant, you aren't just happy; you are experiencing a sense of triumph or extreme joy. It is the kind of word you might use to describe the atmosphere at a massive celebration or the feeling of achieving a long-held dream.
The word exaltant finds its roots in the Latin word exaltare, which literally means 'to raise high.' This is the same root that gives us the word 'exalt.'
Over centuries, the word evolved in English to describe not just the act of lifting something physically, but the act of lifting one's spirits. It has been used in literary contexts for hundreds of years to capture that specific, soaring feeling of victory or profound happiness.
You will mostly find exaltant in written English, particularly in literature or formal essays. It is not a word you would typically use while ordering coffee at a cafe.
It often collocates with words like mood, spirit, or atmosphere. Using it correctly adds a touch of elegance and intensity to your writing, making it sound more descriptive and sophisticated.
While 'exaltant' itself isn't part of a common idiom, it is closely related to expressions like:
- On cloud nine: Feeling extremely happy.
- Walking on air: Feeling light and joyful.
- High spirits: A state of cheerfulness.
- Over the moon: Extremely pleased.
- Top of the world: Feeling successful and happy.
As an adjective, exaltant is used to describe nouns. It is pronounced /ɪɡˈzɔːltənt/ in both British and American English.
The stress is placed on the second syllable: ex-AL-tant. It rhymes with words like 'exultant' (which is a different word with a similar sound) and 'resultant'.
Fun Fact
It shares a root with the word 'altitude'.
Pronunciation Guide
Starts with 'ig', then 'zall-tunt'.
Very similar to UK, clear 'z' sound.
Common Errors
- Mispronouncing the 'z' as 's'.
- Stressing the wrong syllable.
- Dropping the 't' at the end.
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Formal word
Use in formal essays
Rarely used orally
Harder to hear
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
Advanced
Grammar to Know
Adjective usage
The exaltant boy.
Linking verbs
He feels exaltant.
Articles
An exaltant day.
Examples by Level
I am exaltant today.
I am very happy today.
Adjective usage.
The music made me feel exaltant.
She had an exaltant smile.
We were exaltant after the win.
The news was exaltant.
He felt exaltant at the party.
The day was exaltant.
They were in an exaltant mood.
It was an exaltant moment.
The crowd was in an exaltant mood.
The symphony had an exaltant effect on the audience.
She gave an exaltant speech.
The victory brought an exaltant feeling.
His exaltant laughter filled the room.
The mountain view was truly exaltant.
They celebrated with an exaltant spirit.
The atmosphere was exaltant and bright.
The exaltant cheers of the fans echoed through the stadium.
Her exaltant reaction to the news was contagious.
The poem captures an exaltant sense of freedom.
He felt an exaltant surge of energy.
The exaltant tone of the letter was clear.
They shared an exaltant embrace.
The film ends on an exaltant note.
An exaltant feeling washed over him.
The exaltant nature of the performance left the audience breathless.
She described the experience as deeply exaltant and transformative.
The architecture evokes an exaltant feeling of grandeur.
His exaltant prose captures the joy of discovery.
The exaltant chorus reached a crescendo.
They were caught in an exaltant fervor.
The exaltant beauty of the landscape was overwhelming.
It was an exaltant display of human potential.
The exaltant rhetoric of the orator moved the masses to tears.
The novel explores the exaltant heights of romantic love.
The exaltant imagery in the painting suggests a divine presence.
He spoke with an exaltant passion that was rare to witness.
The exaltant spirit of the revolution was undeniable.
The symphony's exaltant finale was a masterpiece.
She felt an exaltant liberation from her past.
The exaltant atmosphere of the festival was palpable.
Common Collocations
Idioms & Expressions
"on top of the world"
very happy
I am on top of the world.
casual"in high spirits"
very cheerful
They were in high spirits.
neutral"walking on air"
feeling light and happy
She is walking on air.
casual"over the moon"
extremely pleased
He is over the moon.
casual"on cloud nine"
very happy
We are on cloud nine.
casual"full of beans"
energetic and happy
The kids are full of beans.
casualEasily Confused
Sounds similar.
Exultant is about triumph; exaltant is about exhilaration.
He was exultant after winning.
Same root.
Exalted means high rank.
He held an exalted position.
Similar meaning.
Excited is common; exaltant is formal.
I am excited.
Synonym.
Exhilarating is usually for things; exaltant for feelings.
The ride was exhilarating.
Sentence Patterns
Subject + be + exaltant
The atmosphere was exaltant.
Subject + feel + exaltant
I feel exaltant today.
An + exaltant + noun
It was an exaltant moment.
Subject + find + [noun] + exaltant
I find the music exaltant.
With + an + exaltant + [noun]
With an exaltant spirit, he left.
Word Family
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
Related
How to Use It
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Formality Scale
Common Mistakes
Exaltant refers to mood, not physical stature.
Exultant means triumphant; exaltant means exhilarating.
Exaltant is an adjective.
It sounds too formal for daily chat.
It ends in -ant.
Tips
Memory Palace
Imagine an 'ALT' key on a keyboard lifting you up.
Native Speakers
Use it to describe powerful music.
Cultural Insight
Often used in religious or grand contexts.
Shortcut
It describes the noun it modifies.
Say It Right
Focus on the Z sound.
Don't Mistake
Don't confuse with exultant.
Did You Know?
It comes from 'altitude'.
Study Smart
Group it with other 'ex-' words.
Register
Keep it for formal writing.
Pattern
Always follows 'be' or 'feel'.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Exaltant: Ex-ALT-ant. Think of an ALTitude (height) that makes you feel happy.
Visual Association
A person standing on a mountain peak with arms wide open.
Word Web
Challenge
Use 'exaltant' in a sentence today.
Word Origin
Latin
Original meaning: To raise high
Cultural Context
None.
Used in literature and formal speeches.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
at school
- exaltant mood
- exaltant feeling
- exaltant success
at work
- exaltant achievement
- exaltant news
- exaltant progress
travel
- exaltant view
- exaltant journey
- exaltant experience
music/art
- exaltant symphony
- exaltant performance
- exaltant display
Conversation Starters
"What makes you feel exaltant?"
"Have you ever seen an exaltant performance?"
"Do you use exaltant in your writing?"
"Can you describe an exaltant moment?"
"Why is 'exaltant' a good word?"
Journal Prompts
Write about a time you felt exaltant.
Describe an exaltant piece of music.
How would you explain exaltant to a friend?
What is the most exaltant place you have been?
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsNo, it is quite formal.
Yes, if the dog is very excited.
No, they have different nuances.
ig-ZALL-tunt.
No, it is an adjective.
Only if it is very formal.
Exaltation.
Yes, very positive.
Test Yourself
I feel ___ today.
Exaltant means happy.
Which means happy?
Exaltant is a positive word.
Exaltant means sad.
It means happy.
Word
Meaning
Synonym match.
The mood was exaltant.
The music was ___.
Music can be exaltant.
What is the root?
Latin origin.
Exaltant is a verb.
It is an adjective.
Word
Meaning
Semantic match.
He felt an exaltant surge.
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Summary
Exaltant describes a feeling of being lifted up by extreme joy or triumph.
- Adjective meaning exhilarating.
- Formal register.
- Root: Latin 'exaltare'.
- Used for high spirits.
Memory Palace
Imagine an 'ALT' key on a keyboard lifting you up.
Native Speakers
Use it to describe powerful music.
Cultural Insight
Often used in religious or grand contexts.
Shortcut
It describes the noun it modifies.
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