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Synonyms & Similar Words
thrill
eagerness
enthusiasm
zeal
fervor
passion
excitement
exhilaration
thrill
animation
energy
vivacity
dynamism
ebullience
effervescence
elation
ecstasy
euphoria
delight
pleasure
enjoyment
cheer
glee
joy
happiness
bliss
rapture
transport
intoxication
frenzy
hysteria
mania
frenzy
fervency
ardor
ferventness
intensity
strength
potency
power
might
force
vigor
vitality
liveliness
spiritedness
verve
zing
zest
sparkle
glow
radiance
splendor
luster
glory
brilliance
resplendence
Meaning of Excitement
The state of feeling excited or enthusiastic
Definitions
- A feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness
- * A state of heightened emotional arousal
- * A pleasant feeling of thrill or exhilaration
Etymology of Excitement
The word "excitement" originates from the Latin "excitare," meaning to arouse or stir up, and the suffix "-ment," which forms a noun indicating a state or condition
The term has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe a state of heightened emotional arousal or enthusiasm
Example Uses
- The crowd felt a surge of excitement as the concert began
- * The excitement of the new job offer was overwhelming
- * The excitement of traveling to a new country was exhilarating
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
boredom
dullness
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tediousness
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peacefulness
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stillness
inactivity
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