verb
to elevate the spirits of
the phenomenal sales record elated him
Synonyms: commove, excite, exhilarate, inspire, set up, spirit (up), stimulate
Related Word: brighten, cheer, cheer up, encourage; delight, gladden, gratify, overjoy; buoy, elevate, exalt, uplift
Contrasted words: distress; oppress, weigh; weary
Antonyms: depress