Exciting

/ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Causing great enthusiasm and eagerness.

The concert was so exciting that everyone was dancing.

Making someone feel very happy, enthusiastic, or interested.

She shared an exciting story about her recent travels.

Full of energy, activity, or an exhilarating experience.

The roller coaster ride was thrilling and incredibly exciting.

Involving or characterized by a level of tension or suspense.

The film had an exciting plot that kept the audience on the edge of their seats.

From the Latin 'excitare', meaning to 'call out, rouse' (ex- 'out' + citare 'to summon').

exciting times

periods of great activity and enthusiasm.

exciting news

news that elicits a strong positive emotional response.

excitement

a feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness.

excite

to stir up or call forth (feelings and responses).

lit

That party was lit, everyone had an exciting time.

hype

The hype around the movie was exciting everyone.