Exciting
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪkˈsʌɪtɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Exciting is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of excite.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of excite.
More Meanings
- Creating or producing excitement.
- Sexually stimulating.
- The process of something becoming excited; excitation.
Example Sentences
Some of the most exciting games ever played have ended in draws.
Among the Turks, an exciting compound consists of olibanum, myrrh, camphor, musk, in pulverized form. The resultant perfume is said to affect the genitals.
But parents and masters should make haste in this, as to a great purchase for their children and servants; which while they defer, both sides suffer; the one, in wanting many excitings of grace, the other, in being worse served and obeyed.
Word Forms
- excitings
Synonyms for exciting
Depending on context, synonyms include absorbing, alacrifying, awesome, banging, bracing, compelling.
Antonyms for exciting
Common opposites include boring, calming, nonexciting, restful, relaxing, wearisome.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include exhilarating, thrilling, stimulating, heady, titillating, breathtaking.
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Sources & Attribution
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