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over the moon

[oh-ver thuh moon] / ˈoʊ vər ðə ˈmun /
ADJECTIVE
overjoyed
Synonyms
STRONGEST
delighted elated euphoric jubilant thrilled
STRONG
charmed ravished transported
WEAK
deliriously happy happy happy as a clam happy as a lark joyful on cloud nine only too happy rapturous tickled pink
Antonyms
STRONGEST
depressed sad sorrowful unhappy
WEAK
disappointed not happy upset
NOUN
cloud nine
Synonyms
WEAK
bliss blissfulness heaven paradise perfect contentment seventh heaven top of the world walking on air

Example Sentences

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The treaty allows all nations to explore and use the moon “exclusively for peaceful purposes,” and bans any claims of sovereignty over the moon.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

Natalie replied: "I know, so exciting. My family are over the moon."

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

I’m not going to lie, I was over the moon.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

"But to have my teammates with me and believe in me so much after such a hard year to win here on a stage that really suited me, I am over the moon."

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

The sound was comforting and reminded me of the cow jumping over the moon.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan