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content
Feeling peacefully satisfied without strong emotion; in a state of quiet fulfillment where one's needs are met.
- "After years of searching, she felt content with her simple life."
- "The cat lay content in the warm sunbeam."
From Latin 'contentus' (contained, satisfied), past participle of 'continere'.
satisfied
Having achieved what was desired or needed; feeling that expectations have been adequately fulfilled.
- "The customer was satisfied with the quality of service."
- "After a productive day, he felt satisfied with his accomplishments."
From Latin 'satisfacere' (to content, suffice), from 'satis' (enough) + 'facere' (to make).
pleased
Experiencing polite happiness or mild satisfaction, often in response to someone else's actions or good news.
- "The teacher was pleased with her students' progress."
- "We are pleased to announce the winner of this year's award."
From Old French 'plaisir' (to please), from Latin 'placere' (to please).
glad
Feeling simple, straightforward happiness; relieved or grateful that something positive has happened.
- "I'm glad you could make it to the party."
- "She was glad to help her neighbor with the groceries."
From Old English 'glæd' (bright, shining, cheerful). Germanic origin.
cheerful
Displaying noticeably positive spirits and energy; having an optimistic, upbeat demeanor that often affects others.
- "Despite the rainy weather, she maintained a cheerful attitude."
- "The cheerful decorations brightened the hospital waiting room."
From 'cheer' (face, countenance) + 'ful'. Middle English 'chere' from Old French.
joyful
Filled with deep, heartfelt happiness that often shows outwardly; experiencing profound positive emotion.
- "The joyful celebration continued late into the night."
- "Her joyful laughter filled the room with warmth."
From Old French 'joie' (joy) + 'ful' (full of). First recorded in 1300s.
delighted
Extremely pleased in a refined or sophisticated way; charmed and very satisfied by something special.
- "The children were delighted to discover snow on Christmas morning."
- "I'm absolutely delighted to accept your invitation."
From Latin 'delectare' (to allure, delight), from 'de-' + 'lacere' (to entice).
elated
Experiencing intense happiness with a sense of being uplifted; thrilled to an almost euphoric degree.
- "The team was elated after winning the championship."
- "He felt elated when he received the job offer."
From Latin 'elatus' (elevated, exalted), past participle of 'efferre' (to carry out).
ecstatic
Overwhelmed by extreme joy to the point of near frenzy; experiencing the highest level of happiness.
- "The fans were ecstatic when their team scored the winning goal."
- "She was ecstatic about her engagement announcement."
From Greek 'ekstatikos' (tending to displace), from 'ekstasis' (standing outside oneself).
thrilled
Excited and very pleased; experiencing sharp, intense happiness often mixed with anticipation or surprise.
- "I'm thrilled to share this exciting opportunity with you."
- "The audience was thrilled by the spectacular performance."
From Old English 'thyrlian' (to pierce), later meaning to cause excitement or trembling.