Euphoria: quick facts
Euphoria is an extreme state of intense happiness, excitement, and wellbeing, often felt as an overwhelming wave of positive emotion. It goes beyond elation in intensity and can bring a feeling of being carried away by…
Category
Moods & related states
Valence
Positive
Emotion family / blend
Happiness
Typical triggers
Peak experiences, achievement, certain activities, intense positive moments
How it's expressed
Overwhelming smile, laughter, boundless energy, sense of weightlessness
Sources: American Psychological Association — APA Dictionary: emotion; Greater Good Science Center, UC Berkeley — Emotions. Educational information only — not medical or psychological advice. See our sources & fact-check policy.