exhilarating
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for exhilarating, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Extremely exciting and thrilling, often in a way that lifts your mood.
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.
elating
Antonyms
How to use exhilarating
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
an exhilarating ride
exhilarating experience
find something exhilarating
Etymology
Built from "exhilarate" (to make cheerful or excited) plus "-ing."
Full origin of exhilarating →Frequently asked questions
What does “exhilarating” mean?
The word “exhilarating” means extremely exciting and thrilling, often in a way that lifts your mood. In plain terms, so exciting it gives you a rush of energy and joy.
How do you use “exhilarating” in a sentence?
Here is “exhilarating” used in a sentence: “The skydive was the most exhilarating experience of her life.”
What part of speech is “exhilarating”?
“Exhilarating” is an adjective.
