DEFINITION: v., To show appreciation for a gift, even if it is something that you do not really need or want, by feigning joy. n., A faked display of gratitude.

Exhilarasham

Created by: artr

Pronunciation: igzilərāsham

Sentence: When Denise opened a present of season tickets to the local hockey team Christmas morning her response was exhilerasham. Later, away from the children, she told him what she really thought. He has promised to exchange the gift as soon as he treats his blistered ears.

Etymology: exhilaration (to feel very happy) + sham (pretense)

Points: 536

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