Meaning & Definition of word "Exciting"

Exciting

/ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/

adjective:

  • 1. Causing great enthusiasm and eagerness.
    • Example: The concert was so exciting that everyone was dancing.
  • 2. Making someone feel very happy, enthusiastic, or interested.
    • Example: She shared an exciting story about her recent travels.
  • 3. Full of energy, activity, or an exhilarating experience.
    • Example: The roller coaster ride was thrilling and incredibly exciting.
  • 4. Involving or characterized by a level of tension or suspense.
    • Example: The film had an exciting plot that kept the audience on the edge of their seats.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

exciting times:

periods of great activity and enthusiasm.

exciting news:

news that elicits a strong positive emotional response.

Related Words

excitement:

a feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness.

excite:

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

Slang Meanings of exciting

Meaning: lit

Example Sentence: That party was lit, everyone had an exciting time.

Meaning: hype

Example Sentence: The hype around the movie was exciting everyone.