burst of happiness
noun phraseUK /bɜːst əv ˈhæpinəs/
US /bɜːrst əv ˈhæpinəs/
A sudden, strong feeling of being very happy.
When she saw the puppy, she felt a burst of happiness.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A short moment when someone suddenly feels very glad.
He had a burst of happiness when his friends surprised him.
3. A quick, strong feeling of joy that does not last long.
A burst of happiness filled her when the song started.
4. A sudden happy feeling that makes someone smile or laugh.
The good news gave everyone a burst of happiness.