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Meaning of thrillers
The primary meaning of "thrillers" refers to novels, films, or plays that are designed to thrill or excite the audience, often by featuring suspenseful, mysterious, or frightening elements.
Etymology of thrillers
The word "thriller" originated in the late 19th century, derived from the verb "thrill," which means to feel a strong sensation of excitement or fear.
The term "thriller" was initially used to describe a type of play or novel that was designed to evoke a strong emotional response from the audience, particularly a sense of excitement or fear.
Synonyms
suspenseful stories
mysteries
detective stories
crime stories
action novels
adventure novels
sensational novels
dramatic tales
exciting stories
gripping narratives
chilling tales
frightening stories
horror stories
spooky tales
macabre stories
eerie narratives
terrifying stories
alarming tales
shocking stories
disturbing narratives
intense stories
thrilling novels
electrifying stories
hair-raising tales
spine-tingling stories
Definitions
- A thriller is a genre of fiction that is intended to thrill or excite the audience by featuring suspenseful, mysterious, or frightening elements.
- * Thrillers often involve a sense of danger, excitement, or suspense, and may include elements of crime, adventure, or horror.
Usage Examples
- The new thriller movie kept me on the edge of my seat with its unexpected twists and turns.
- * The author's latest thriller novel has been a bestseller, praised for its suspenseful and gripping storyline.
Antonyms
boring stories
dull tales
unexciting narratives
mundane stories
uneventful tales
predictable stories
uninspiring novels
unthrilling stories
tedious tales
monotonous narratives
lackluster stories
vapid tales
insipid stories
flavorless narratives
unengaging tales
disinteresting stories
monotonous novels
humdrum stories