noun B1 Intermediate Common

excitement

ihk-SYT-muhnt

Excitement (noun) means a strong feeling of eagerness, thrill, or enthusiasm. Example: “There was real excitement in the stadium before kickoff.”

noun

A strong feeling of eagerness, thrill, or enthusiasm.

"There was real excitement in the stadium before kickoff."

"He could barely contain his excitement about the trip."

Something that causes this feeling.

"The county fair is the biggest excitement this town sees all year."

How to use excitement

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA buzzing, eager feeling — or whatever is causing it.

Common pairings

a sense of excitement build excitement the excitement of

Word forms

excitements plural

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Etymology

From Middle English excitement, from Old French excitement, equivalent to excite + -ment.

Origin: Middle English

Synonyms

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thrill exhilaration eagerness anticipation elation zeal

Related words

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Rhymes for excitement

cement element clement movement pavement tenement inclement abatement amusement statement agreement excrement

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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.

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