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ex·cite

excite

 
 
pronunciation:
ihk saIt
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part of speech: verb
inflections: excites, exciting, excited
definition: to stir the emotions of, usually causing the heart to beat faster through expectation, fear, anger, or happiness.
The start of the play excited the audience.The first snow of the year always excites the children.
synonyms:
agitate, inflame, kindle, stimulate, stir
antonyms:
bore, calm, soothe
similar words:
fluster, intoxicate, irritate, provoke, rouse, thrill, tickle, wind up
Word Builder: excite +
  • excited:
    feeling excitement.
  • exciting:
    causing excitement.
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