as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
no recording can capture the exhilarating feeling of being at a live rock concert
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as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
the exhilarating feeling of flying that hang gliding offers
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as in intoxicating
to fill with great joy
the climactic moment of commencement ceremonies usually exhilarates graduates and proud parents alike
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Recent Examples of exhilarating
Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 27 Feb. 2025
Deaths are brutal because players lose their gear and start at zero, but the highs are just as exhilarating, especially if players escape with a valuable item.
—Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 12 Feb. 2025
All as the Chiefs’ passing game will feature receiver Xavier Worthy back after an exhilarating rookie season, receiver Rashee Rice returning from injury and the Chiefs presumably re-signing receiver Hollywood Brown.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2025
Luna will also meet with Uranus in a surprising trine, bringing exhilarating breakthroughs and unexpected conversations to the forefront.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
There also were marks of the frantic feet of the hurrying hounds that had passed that way, following the exhilarating smell of lion paws.
—Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 27 Feb. 2025
Deaths are brutal because players lose their gear and start at zero, but the highs are just as exhilarating, especially if players escape with a valuable item.
—Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 12 Feb. 2025
All as the Chiefs’ passing game will feature receiver Xavier Worthy back after an exhilarating rookie season, receiver Rashee Rice returning from injury and the Chiefs presumably re-signing receiver Hollywood Brown.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2025
Luna will also meet with Uranus in a surprising trine, bringing exhilarating breakthroughs and unexpected conversations to the forefront.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhilarating
Adjective
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Embrace the opportunity to try something new and exciting; there’s always room for improvement.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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The discovery now raises new and exciting questions about the processes that shaped the universe's first galaxies.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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Elsewhere in the interview, the Australian actress revealed that the movie — in which Kidman plays a woman having an affair with a younger man — was thrilling for her.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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With such fine margins at play, a thrilling title race is effectively guaranteed.—
Neel Shelat,
Forbes,
1 Jan. 2025
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The intoxicating track finds the TDE singer scorned by an ex-lover.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
6 Jan. 2025
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The signature citrus scent is intoxicating, the crystal pink goop is stunning, the lather is so rich and luxurious.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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The other half of my heritage traces back to Igbo culture, originating from Southeast Nigeria, a country famous for its bronze and terracotta art, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant Afrobeats scene.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2025
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After years of tight restrictions on foreign property ownership, a recent court ruling has opened the door for international buyers to purchase land in one of the country’s most breathtaking locations.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
14 Mar. 2025
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Jey Uso’s already electrifying entrance was enhanced by overhead footage, Travis Scott smoking a blunt indoors and even Michael Cole jumping on the announce table alongside Pat McAfee to yeet.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Then there is the amazing metal guitarist Rene Benton, who’s ready to blow listeners away with his electrifying performances and intricate compositions that really showcase his skills.—
SPIN Contributor,
SPIN,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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But the most interesting data point about Super Bowl viewership was about streaming: Of those that streamed the game rather than watching on broadcast, one-third tuned in via Tubi.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2025
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Most have been donated over the years, with new toys often coming into circulation, which parents say keeps it fun and interesting for the kids.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Click here to get breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases in the True Crime Newsletter.—
Christine Pelisek,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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His paintings became increasingly textured, with sculpted grooves and warps that generate their own intriguing lighting effects.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Exhilarating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhilarating. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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