excitement
12 synonyms and 1 antonym for excitement, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A strong feeling of eagerness, thrill, or enthusiasm.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use excitement
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a sense of excitement
build excitement
the excitement of
Etymology
From Middle English excitement, from Old French excitement, equivalent to excite + -ment.
Full origin of excitement →Frequently asked questions
What does “excitement” mean?
The word “excitement” means a strong feeling of eagerness, thrill, or enthusiasm. In plain terms, a buzzing, eager feeling — or whatever is causing it.
How do you pronounce “excitement”?
“Excitement” is pronounced ihk-SYT-muhnt (/ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “excitement” in a sentence?
Here is “excitement” used in a sentence: “There was real excitement in the stadium before kickoff.”
What part of speech is “excitement”?
“Excitement” is a noun.
Is “excitement” a common word?
“Excitement” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “excitement” have?
“Excitement” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a strong feeling of eagerness, thrill, or enthusiasm.
Is "excitement" countable or uncountable?
"Excitement" is usually uncountable, as in "there was a lot of excitement." It can occasionally be used countably to mean something that causes the feeling, as in "the excitements of city life," but this is far less common.
What preposition goes with "excitement" — "excitement about" or "excitement for"?
Both are used, but "excitement about" is the most standard, as in "excitement about the trip." "Excitement over" and "excitement for" are also common, often when looking forward to a specific event.
When should you use "excitement" instead of "thrill"?
"Excitement" is a general feeling of eagerness or enthusiasm that can build over time. A "thrill" is a sudden, sharp wave of excitement, often intense and short-lived. Use "thrill" for a quick rush and "excitement" for the broader feeling.
