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Excitement Definition & Meaning

excitement
noun
  1. the feeling of lively and cheerful joy; "he could hardly conceal his excitement when she agreed"
  2. the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up; "his face was flushed with excitement and his hands trembled"; "he tried to calm those who were in a state of extreme inflammation"
  3. something that agitates and arouses; "he looked forward to the excitements of the day"
  4. disturbance usually in protest

"Excitement" in song lyrics

See how excitement is used in real songs:

  • "You can call on Lipps, if you want some excitement"
    Apocalipps — One Night Stand
  • "As far as I'm concerned you just industry excitement"
    Benzino — Pull Your Skirt Up
  • "So he gave his man a shriek and excitement"
    CRU f/ Slick Rick — Just Another Case

Usage tips for "excitement"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "excitement" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for excitement to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does excitement mean?
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy; "he could hardly conceal his excitement when she agreed" the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up; "his face was flushed with excitement and his hands trembled"; "he tried to calm those who were in a state of extreme inflammation" something that agitates and arouses; "he looked forward to the excitements of the day" disturbance usually in protest
What part of speech is excitement?
Excitement is a noun.
How many definitions does excitement have?
Excitement has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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