Exaltative

/ɪɡˈzɔːltətɪv/ adjective

Definition

Having the quality of exalting or tending to raise someone's spirits, status, or mood to a higher level.

Etymology

Formed from exalt + -ative suffix (meaning tending to or causing). This adjectival form emerged in English to describe things that produce exaltation rather than the state itself.

Kelly Says

The suffix -ative is a treasure trove in English—it transforms verbs into adjectives describing what the verb tends to do, so 'exaltative' means anything that acts like exaltation itself, from inspiring music to a promotion!

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