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incandescent-elation

/ˌɪn.kænˈdɛs.ənt ɪˈleɪ.ʃən/
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noun

Very strong joy or excitement that seems to shine or glow. It is a poetic or literary phrase, not a common everyday word.

  • Her face showed incandescent elation.
  • They felt incandescent elation after the victory.

Adinary Nuance

Use incandescent elation when you want a vivid, poetic image of joy that feels almost glowing. It is stronger and more literary than happiness or joy, and more dramatic than excitement. Writers may choose it when simple words feel too plain.

In other languages

Vietnamese
niềm vui rực rỡ
Spanish
júbilo intenso
Chinese
炽热的喜悦
Japanese
燃えるような喜び
Korean
타오르는 기쁨

Etymology

This phrase combines Latin-based "incandescent," from "incandescere" meaning "to glow," with "elation," from Latin "elatus" meaning "lifted up." It is used in modern English as a vivid, literary expression.

Common phrases

in incandescent elationa look of incandescent elationfeel incandescent elation

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Frequently asked questions

Is incandescent elation common in everyday English?
No. It is rare and literary. Most speakers would say "great happiness" or "joy."
Is it formal or informal?
It is more formal and poetic. It sounds best in writing, speeches, or creative descriptions.
How is it different from happiness?
Happiness is general and everyday. Incandescent elation suggests a brighter, stronger, more dramatic joy.