Elate (verb)

1. Make (someone) feel very proud and excited.
2. To fill with high spirits; enliven.
3. To make someone feel proud and excited.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin elat- "raised up", from the verb elevare.

Examples:

1. The good news elated him and he couldn't stop smiling.
2. The success of the project elated the team and they celebrated with a party.
3. The victory elated the fans and they celebrated in the streets.
4. The compliment elated her and she felt on top of the world.
5. The achievement elated him and he felt proud of himself.