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Meaning of excite
to arouse a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement in someone
Etymology of excite
The word "excite" comes from the Latin "excitare", which means "to arouse or stir up", and is derived from "ex" (out) and "citare" (to move)
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of stirring or arousing emotions, feelings, or reactions in individuals
Synonyms
thrill
arouse
stimulate
energize
animate
inspire
provoke
inflame
ignite
spark
motivate
invigorate
exhilarate
electrify
galvanize
animate
enliven
vivify
intensify
heighten
kindle
fuel
fire
stir
awaken
rouse
quicken
activate
agitate
disturb
perturb
upset
thrill
delight
please
entertain
amuse
enchant
captivate
fascinate
enthrall
mesmerize
hypnotize
Definitions
- to make someone feel very enthusiastic and excited
- * to give someone a strong feeling of interest or excitement
- * to stimulate or arouse a particular feeling or reaction
Usage Examples
- The news of the concert excited the whole town
- * The prospect of traveling abroad excited her
- * The new policy has excited a lot of controversy