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exaltation

/ˌɛɡ.ˌzɔl.ˈteɪ.ʃən/

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noun

The act of exalting or raising high; also, the state of being exalted; elevation.

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"The teacher's praise and encouragement brought a feeling of exaltation to the student who finally understood the complex math problem. "

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noun

The refinement or subtilization of a body, or the increasing of its virtue or principal property.

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"The student's exaltation of his knowledge of chemistry was evident in his exceptionally detailed lab reports. "

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noun

That placement of a planet in the zodiac in which it is deemed to exert its strongest influence.

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"According to the astrologer, Leo's exaltation in the zodiac made for a particularly powerful and creative week. "

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noun

The collective noun for larks.

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"We looked up at the sky and saw an exaltation of larks soaring above the field. "

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An abnormal sense of personal well-being, power, or importance, observed as a symptom in various forms of insanity.

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"The patient's exaltation about his grades, despite failing most subjects, was a symptom of his delusion. "

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