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    Excitation (en. Excitement)

    /ɛk.sit.a.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Situation of an organism in response to a stimulus.
    The excitement of the students before the exam was palpable.
    L'excitation des élèves avant l'examen était palpable.
    State of heightened emotional intensity.
    The excitement of the supporters during the match was incredible.
    L'excitation des supporters lors du match était incroyable.
    In physics, an increase in an atom's energy.
    The excitation of electrons occurs when the atom absorbs energy.
    L'excitation des électrons se produit lorsque l'atome absorbe de l'énergie.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'excitatio', meaning 'the action of awakening'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    collective excitement
    A state of excitement shared by a group.
    excitation collective
    nervous excitement
    Exaltation of a person's nervous state.
    excitation nerveuse
    to create excitement
    To produce a strong emotion or anticipation.
    faire naître l'excitation

    Related Words

    excite
    To provoke a strong emotion or reaction.
    exciter
    exacerbate
    To make a situation more intense or unpleasant.
    exacerber
    stimulation
    Action of provoking a reaction or behavior.
    stimulation

    Slang Meanings

    Sexual excitement.
    He felt excitement thinking about her.
    Il ressentait une excitation en pensant à elle.
    Getting a boost in a situation.
    The thrill of the race added spice to the competition.
    L'excitation de la course a ajouté du piquant à la compétition.