# elation vs emotion

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### elation
*noun · IPA /ɪˈleɪʃən/ · frequency rank #41,607*
An exhilarating psychological state of pride and optimism.

### emotion
*noun · IPA /ɪˈməʊ.ʃən/ · frequency rank #5,215*
Movement; agitation.

## Source
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