Exult/ɪɡˈzʌlt/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Positive Achievement Use 'exult' when someone is celebrating a significant achievement or success. She exulted in receiving her diploma. Pro Tip 2/3Shared Joy 'Exult' often reflects collective happiness, as in a group sharing the excitement. The whole family exulted at the news of his safe return. Pro Tip 3/3Intense Emotion The word conveys a strong, intense feeling of happiness, not just a mild pleasure. They exulted with every point scored during the game.