Euphoria

Noun

Definition: A state of intense happiness, excitement, and well-being.

Synonyms: Ecstasy, Bliss, Elation

Antonyms: Depression, Sadness, Despair

Examples:
  • She couldn't contain her euphoria when she found out she got accepted into her dream college.
  • Winning the championship brought a wave of euphoria to the team and their fans.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of euphoria as a burst of extreme happiness.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "euphoria" comes from the Greek word "euphoros," which means "bearing well" or "well-being."

Historical Usage:

The term "euphoria" was first used in the medical field to describe a state of extreme happiness induced by drugs or certain medical conditions. It later expanded to describe any intense state of joy or excitement.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Euphoric feeling"

Explanation:

Refers to the overwhelming sense of happiness and elation.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Using "euphoria" interchangeably with "happiness."

Explanation:

While euphoria is a heightened state of happiness, it implies an intense and often transient feeling of joy and excitement, beyond the typical level of happiness.

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