jubilation
/ˌd͡ʒuːbəlˈeiːʃən/
jubilation
English
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Definition
A triumphant shouting; rejoicing; exultation.
Etymology
From Old French jubilacion, from Latin iūbilātiō (“a shouting for joy”). Cognate with Spanish jubilación (“retirement”).
Example Sentences
- "The final whistle triggered scenes of wild jubilation at Eden Park as a nation celebrated a repeat of the outcome from the very first World Cup final in 1987."
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