Thrilling
/ˈθrɪl.ɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
adjective
Causing great excitement or pleasure; exhilarating.
The roller coaster ride was a thrilling experience that left us all breathless.
Full of suspense or action; tense.
The thriller movie was so thrilling that I couldn't take my eyes off the screen.
Very exciting or impressive.
Winning the championship was a thrilling moment for the team.
Etymology
From the verb 'thrill', meaning to cause a sudden feeling of excitement or pleasure.
Common Phrases and Expressions
thrilling adventure
An exciting and often dangerous journey.
thrilling moment
A moment filled with excitement or suspense.
thrilling performance
An exciting and captivating show or act.
Related Words
thrill
A sudden feeling of excitement or pleasure.
thriller
A genre of film or literature that is suspenseful and exciting.
Slang Meanings
Awesome or excellent.
That concert was totally thrilling!
Intense fun.
This party is so thrilling, I don’t want to leave!