Definition of exaltation

exaltationnoun

tôn vinh

/ˌeɡzɔːlˈteɪʃn//ˌeɡzɔːlˈteɪʃn/

The word "exaltation" comes from the Latin word "exaltatio," which means lifting up or elevating. In medieval times, it was used to describe the elevation of Christ's body during religious ceremonies. Over time, the meaning of "exaltation" expanded to refer to feelings of great admiration, respect, or praise. Thus, in modern English, "exaltation" is often described as a state of great honor, elevation, or glory. In religious contexts, it is sometimes used to refer to the celebration of holy events or the exaltation of sacred figures. Overall, "exaltation" continues to have a rich and varied meaning, reflecting its linguistic history and the complexity of human emotions and experiences.

Summary
type danh từ
meaningsự đề cao, sự đưa lên địa vị cao, sự tâng bốc, sự tán tụng, sự tán dương
meaningsự hớn hở, sự phớn phở
meaningquyền cao chức trọng
namespace

a feeling of very great joy or happiness

một cảm giác vui vẻ hoặc hạnh phúc rất lớn

Example:
  • a moment of extreme joy and exaltation

    một khoảnh khắc của niềm vui và sự phấn khích tột độ

an act of raising something/somebody to a high position or rank

hành động nâng cái gì/ai đó lên vị trí hoặc cấp bậc cao

Example:
  • the exaltation of emotion above logical reasoning

    sự đề cao cảm xúc trên lý luận logic