Elation and Forlornness
Opposite meaning words
Elation
Elation noun - A state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion.
Usage example: most people can't imagine the kind of elation that comes with winning a super lottery's grand prize, but they're dying to find out
Forlornness is an antonym for elation.
Forlornness
Forlornness noun - A state or spell of low spirits.
Usage example: seemingly nothing could relieve the losing team's forlornness
Elation is an antonym for forlornness.
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