Definitions

head rush

[hed ruhsh] / ˈhɛd ˌrʌʃ /

NOUN

exhilaration

Synonyms

STRONGEST

elation euphoria high spirits hilarity joy

STRONG

animation cheerfulness delight electrification elevation exaltation excitation firing gaiety galvanization gladness gleefulness inspiration invigoration joyfulness liveliness mirth quickening sprightliness stimulation uplift vitalization vivacity vivification

WEAK

a rush enlivenment

Antonyms

STRONGEST

depression sadness sorrow unhappiness woe

STRONG

discouragement misery

WEAK

agitation upset worry

Example Sentences

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We might feel dizzy and light-headed, get a head rush and also feel elated or giggly.

From Scientific American • Mar. 28, 2023

Christian Chapman compared his feelings during Better.com’s orientation to the head rush of a new relationship.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 19, 2022

Christian Chapman, 41, compared his feelings during Better.com’s orientation to the head rush of a new relationship.

From New York Times • Jan. 8, 2022

Speed may give a head rush to holiday makers but to the ski safety patrollers, it simply means headaches.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2014

Well, needless to say, standing was a bit...uh...problematic for a couple reasons, probably the least of which was the woozy head rush I got when my feet hit the floor.

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith

head rush

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