exult

Exult can refer to two related but distinct uses in English. As a verb, exult means to feel or show triumphant joy or jubilation, often after a victory or achievement. The term derives from Latin exultare, meaning to leap up or rejoice. It is typically used intransitively, with constructions such as exult in a victory or exult at the news. The related noun exultation designates the act or state of exulting; exult itself is most common as a verb and is considered somewhat formal or literary in tone.

In addition, Exult is the name of an open-source software project that reimplements the engine for the classic computer role-playing game Ultima VII. The project aims to enable modern systems to run the game by recreating the original gameplay and data while improving compatibility with current hardware. Exult is cross-platform, with builds for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and it requires the original Ultima VII data files to operate. The project seeks to preserve the game’s content and player experience while offering enhancements such as higher display resolutions, improved audio, and more contemporary input support, without altering the underlying game data.

Exult is maintained by volunteers and released under an open-source license, allowing community contributions and long-term availability of the classic title. Its development reflects broader efforts to maintain access to older software as technology evolves, balancing faithful recreation with modern usability.