exciting

[ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ]
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excite

Something exciting is thrilling and gives you a positive feeling.

When we say something is exciting, we usually mean that it's fun, surprising, or interesting in a good way. For example, if your friend tells you they got tickets to a concert of their favorite band, you might say "That's so exciting!" because you know they'll love the experience. But it can also be used for more general feelings - like saying "This city is really exciting" when describing how lively and full of energy it is. People often use this word in conversation or writing to express enthusiasm and anticipation for something that's happening soon, even if it's just a small event.

How common is "exciting"?

Word exciting is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

verb

  • To stir the emotions of.

    Example: The fireworks which opened the festivities excited anyone present.

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noun

  • The process of something becoming excited; excitation.

adjective

  • Creating or producing excitement

Real examples of "exciting" in context

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