Euphoria
juːˈfɔːriə
noun
a feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness
The word 'euphoria' is often used to describe a feeling of extreme happiness or exhilaration associated with a particular experience or situation. It can be experienced in response to various stimuli, such as achieving a goal, falling in love, or experiencing a euphoric sensation from activities like dancing or listening to music.
See how J. K. Rowling, Stephen King and 2 other authors use "euphoria", with its meaning, pronunciation and real book examples.
Examples from books
Nadine was in a feverish state that was half-euphoria, half-terror.
Stephen King
The Stand
He felt again that rush of controlled euphoria, that heady sense of purpose in destruction.
J. K. Rowling
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Hazel tried to settle her stomach by thinking of pleasant things—the euphoria she’d felt last night when they’d won the war games, riding Hannibal into the enemy keep, Frank’s sudden transformation into a leader.
Rick Riordan
The Son of Neptune
None of this is to say we experienced constant euphoria.
Frank Herbert
Chapterhouse: Dune
