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Exploring the emotional spectrum: "thrilled" vs. "ecstatic"
Lloyd Cooper 07/11/2024, 06:16English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "thrilled" and "ecstatic" describe a state of great happiness or excitement. They are both adjectives used to express intense joy.
What is different?
"Thrilled" typically implies a strong feeling of excitement and pleasure, often in anticipation or as a result of a specific event. "Ecstatic" suggests an extreme state of happiness, often to the point of being overwhelming.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Thrilled- She was thrilled to receive the job offer.
- I am thrilled to announce my engagement.
- The children were thrilled about going to the amusement park.
- He was ecstatic when he found out he won the lottery.
- She was ecstatic at the news of her friend's recovery.
- The fans were ecstatic after their team won the championship.
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