excite

US /ɪkˈsaɪt/
UK /ɪkˈsaɪt/
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1.

to cause strong feelings of enthusiasm and eagerness in someone

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The news of the trip began to excite her.
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His new ideas really excite the team.
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thrillstimulatearousestiranimate
2.

to cause a particular reaction or feeling

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Certain chemicals can excite nerve cells.
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The sound of the siren excited the dog.
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stimulatetriggerprovokeinduceelicit
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excitingexcitedexcitement