Definitions

exciting

[ik-sahy-ting] / ɪkˈsaɪ tɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

inspiring, exhilarating

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appealing astonishing breathtaking dangerous dramatic flashy hectic impressive interesting intriguing lively moving provocative stimulating thrilling

STRONG

animating arousing arresting bracing commoving electrifying fine impelling intoxicating overpowering overwhelming rousing stirring titillating

WEAK

agitative exhilarant eye-popping far-out groovy hair-raising heady melodramatic mind-blowing neat racy rip-roaring sensational showy spine-tingling wild zestful

Antonyms

STRONGEST

boring dull unexciting unmoving unstimulating

WEAK

moderate unenthused unenthusiastic uninspiring unpromising

Example Sentences

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It was a wistful and exciting moment, a rite of passage for many privileged middle-class parents around this time of year.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

“This is the first example of a result produced autonomously by an AI that I find exciting in itself, as opposed to as a leading indicator.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Dell Technologies’ AI-optimized server revenue surged 757% from the prior year, exciting investors in hardware stocks.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

But 19-year-old Jodar - seeded 27th after a rapid rise over the past year - is arguably the most exciting pick.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“I do so love the taste of cinnamon. Now wash your hands and put on your coats, quick quick! We have an exciting day in store.”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

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