exciting

adjective

ex·​cit·​ing ik-ˈsī-tiŋ 

: producing excitement

excitingly

ik-ˈsī-tiŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms

• breathtaking
• charged
• electric
• electrifying
• exhilarating
• exhilarative
• galvanic
• galvanizing
• hair-raising
• heart-stopping
• inspiring
• intoxicating
• kicky
• mind-bending
• mind-blowing
• mind-boggling
• rip-roaring
• rousing
• stimulating
• stirring
• thrilling

Examples of exciting in a Sentence

an exciting trip to Africa

an exciting account of her adventures

This isn't a very exciting book.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Fire sign is symbolized by the archer and governed by Jupiter — the planet of luck and expansion — which adds to the curious and exciting energy in the air. —Athena Sobhan, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024

Some of the most exciting technological developments coming in 2025 are around longevity. —Sophia Panych, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024

But the most exciting openings are from proudly South African brands: Newmark Hotels is pioneering the 21-suite Apostle Battery Mountain Lodge in the Table Mountain National Park above Llandudno beach, an ambitious restoration of a historic military site. —Sarah Khan, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Nov. 2024

Nonetheless, Bustamante remains a narratively resourceful and exciting artist. —Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1647, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

exciting

adjective

ex·​cit·​ing ik-ˈsīt-iŋ 

: causing excitement

exciting news

excitingly

-iŋ-lē 

adverb