Elated/ɪˈleɪtɪd/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Positive Emotion Use 'elated' to describe an extremely positive and strong emotional response. After hearing she'd won the lottery, Jane felt elated. Pro Tip 2/3Event-Driven 'Elated' often follows an event or piece of good news that excites the individual. He was elated by the arrival of his new puppy. Pro Tip 3/3Temporary State The feeling of being 'elated' is usually temporary and linked to specific events. She felt elated for days after her successful performance.