felicitation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun (usually plural) an expression of pleasure at the success or good fortune of another
    congratulation.
    • I sent them my sincere congratulations on their marriage
  2. noun the act of acknowledging that someone has an occasion for celebration
    congratulation.

WordNet


Fe*lic`i*ta"tion noun
Etymology
Cf. F. félicitation.
Definitions
  1. The act of felicitating; a wishing of joy or happiness; congratulation.

Webster 1913