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Synonyms & Similar Words
thrilled
enthusiastic
eager
zealous
fervent
passionate
animated
ardent
excited
elated
ecstatic
euphoric
delighted
pleased
happy
cheerful
jubilant
rapturous
thrilled
overjoyed
gleeful
exuberant
effervescent
buoyant
lively
spirited
vivacious
dynamic
energetic
invigorated
revitalized
stirred
inspired
motivated
thrilled
electrified
galvanized
captivated
spellbound
fascinated
enthralled
bewitched
beguiled
charmed
Meaning of Excited
The primary meaning of the word "excited" is feeling or showing enthusiasm and eagerness.
Definitions
- Feeling or showing enthusiasm and eagerness, typically because something is happening or is going to happen
- Having a strong and pleasant feeling of enjoyment or interest
Etymology of Excited
The word "excited" comes from the Latin "excitare", which means to arouse or stir up, and is derived from "ex" (out) and "citare" (to move)
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe a state of being aroused or stirred up, and has evolved to encompass a range of emotions, including enthusiasm, eagerness, and pleasure
Example Uses
- The crowd was excited to see their favorite band perform live
- She was excited to start her new job and meet new colleagues
- The kids were excited for their summer vacation and all the fun activities they would do
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
calm
serene
tranquil
peaceful
quiet
still
subdued
muted
dull
lethargic
apathetic
indifferent
unenthusiastic
uninspired
unmotivated
disinterested
bored
tired
sluggish
lethargic
languid
listless
unexcited
unaroused
unstimulated
unaffected