Euphoric
(adjective)
- Feeling very happy and excited; characterized by or feeling intense happiness and self-confidence.
- Marked by feelings of elation and well-being.
Origin:
From late latin euphoricon, from greek εὐφορικός (euphorikos, "of good cheer"), from εὖ (eu, "well") + φέρω (phero, "i bear").
Examples:
- She felt euphoric after winning the race.
- The concert-goers were euphoric after the band's performance.
- The euphoric feeling after a good workout is often referred to as a "runner"s high".
- The drug's euphoric effects are what makes it so addictive.
- The euphoric atmosphere of the party was infectious.