euphorisch
euphoric
Feeling or expressing a state of intense joy, excitement, and elation.
EXAMPLE
Nach dem unerwarteten Sieg war die Stimmung in der ganzen Stadt euphorisch.
After the unexpected victory, the mood throughout the city was euphoric.
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Word family
The adjective 'euphorisch' (euphoric) belongs to the noun 'die Euphorie' (euphoria). Both words describe a state of extreme joy and excitement.
EXAMPLE
Die Fans waren nach dem Sieg ihrer Mannschaft in totaler Euphorie.
The fans were in total euphoria after their team's victory.
Typical collocations
'Euphorisch' (euphoric) is often used to describe a reaction or an atmosphere. Typical combinations are 'euphorisch reagieren' (to react euphorically), 'eine euphorische Stimmung' (a euphoric mood), or 'euphorische Fans' (euphoric fans).
EXAMPLE
Die Nachricht löste eine euphorische Reaktion bei den Mitarbeitern aus.
The news triggered a euphoric reaction among the employees.
Usage note
This adjective describes very strong, often exuberant joy. It is used for special moments of great excitement, not for everyday feelings of happiness.
EXAMPLE
Nachdem sie den Hauptpreis gewonnen hatte, war sie tagelang euphorisch.
After she won the grand prize, she was euphoric for days.
Compare with
euphorisch vs begeistert
enthusiastic / thrilled
Begeistert and euphorisch both describe intense happiness. Begeistert is usually clearly directed toward a person, thing, or result and expresses positive approval or admiration. Euphorisch places more emphasis on the overall state of exceptional elation.
euphorisch
Nach ihrem überraschenden Sieg sind die Spieler euphorisch.
The players are euphoric after their unexpected victory.
begeistert
Die Spieler sind von ihrem überraschenden Sieg begeistert.
The players are thrilled about their unexpected victory.
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