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The word "ecstasy" functions primarily as a noun. As a noun, it refers to an overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement. It can also refer to a state of being beyond reason and self-control, often associated with intense emotion or delirium.
Ecstasy
The word 'ecstasy' originates from the Greek word 'ekstasis', which means "to be placed outside" or "to stand outside." It is composed of the prefix 'ek-' meaning "out" and 'stasis' meaning "standing." The term has evolved to refer to a state of overwhelming joy or intense pleasure.
The word "ecstasy" is pronounced as /ˈɛk.stə.si/. It can be phonetically spelled as "EK-stuh-see."
The word 'ecstasy' can be used in a sentence like, "She felt a rush of ecstasy when she received the news of her acceptance into the university." When using 'ecstasy,' it’s important to ensure it is spelled correctly, as it is often confused with similar-sounding words, and to consider the context, as it can refer to overwhelming joy or a specific state of heightened emotion, which may also have connotations related to certain substances.