Exulting
[ɪg'zʌltɪŋ]
Definition
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Exult
(a.) Rejoicing triumphantly or exceedingly; exultant.
Checker: Sumner
Examples
- I trod heaven in my thoughts, now exulting in my powers, now burning with the idea of their effects. Mary Shelley. Frankenstein_Or_The Modern Prometheus.
- But he'll flourish here, and everywhere,' said Rigaud, with an exulting look and snap of his fingers. Charles Dickens. Little Dorrit.
- In days of happiness I have often repeated to myself, with a grateful heart and exulting spirit, all that Raymond sacrificed for me. Mary Shelley. The Last Man.
- I could have TOLD Judy, he repeated, exulting in the implied superiority over his wife. Edith Wharton. The House of Mirth.
- The motion was lost; Ryland withdrew in rage and despair; and Raymond, gay and exulting, retired to dream of his future kingdom. Mary Shelley. The Last Man.
- Beth was there, laying the snowy piles smoothly on the shelves and exulting over the goodly array. Louisa May Alcott. Little Women.
- As he hovered on the opposite side of the street, exulting, the carriage drove up. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- He was exulting. Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
Checker: Sumner