exciting
52 synonyms and 7 antonyms for exciting, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Producing strong feelings of enthusiasm or anticipation.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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 exciting
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “exciting” mean?
The word “exciting” means producing strong feelings of enthusiasm or anticipation. In plain terms, something that gets people worked up with anticipation or thrill.
How do you pronounce “exciting”?
“Exciting” is pronounced ihk-SUH-ih-tihng (/ɪkˈsʌɪtɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “exciting” in a sentence?
Here is “exciting” used in a sentence: “It was one of the most exciting matches of the season.”
What is another word for “exciting”?
Words with a similar meaning to “exciting” include absorbing, alacrifying, awesome, banging, bracing and compelling.
What is the opposite of “exciting”?
The opposite of “exciting” — its antonyms — are boring, calming, nonexciting, restful and relaxing.
What part of speech is “exciting”?
“Exciting” is an adjective.
Is “exciting” a common word?
“Exciting” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
What is the difference between exciting and excited?
'Exciting' describes the thing that causes the feeling — an exciting game, an exciting idea. 'Excited' describes the person who feels it — she was excited. In short, an exciting event makes you excited. Saying 'I am exciting' when you mean 'I am excited' is a very common mistake.
Is exciting a positive word?
Usually, yes. It normally signals enthusiasm, energy, and pleasant anticipation, as in an exciting opportunity. But excitement can also be tense — the exciting final minutes of a match may be nerve-wracking rather than purely enjoyable. Context decides whether the thrill is happy or edged with anxiety.
What is the opposite of exciting?
Common opposites include boring, dull, tedious, and unexciting. Where 'exciting' stirs enthusiasm and anticipation, these words describe something flat that fails to stir any feeling. 'Dull' and 'boring' are the most natural everyday antonyms, while 'tedious' adds the sense of being tiresomely long as well as unstimulating.
What is an example of 'exciting' in a sentence?
'The final lap was the most exciting part of the race' shows it describing something that produces strong anticipation and thrill. Other natural examples include an exciting new job, exciting news, or the film's exciting climax. It always points to the source of enthusiasm, not the person feeling it.