excitement

US /ɪkˈsaɪt.mənt/

UK /ɪkˈsaɪt.mənt/

1.

the state of being excited

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The children were filled with excitement as they opened their presents.

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There was a lot of excitement in the air before the big game.

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thrill animation eagerness fervor stimulation

2.

something that causes a feeling of excitement

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The new roller coaster is a real excitement for thrill-seekers.

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His arrival caused quite an excitement among the fans.

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thrill stimulus adventure buzz

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exciting excited excite