B1noun 2K

Excitement

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/"]/

Meaning of Excitement

the state of feeling or showing happiness and enthusiasm

In simple words: A feeling of very positive happiness and energy.

Excitement in a sentence

• The excitement in the stadium was palpable as the final minutes of the game approached.
• Children often show great excitement when they anticipate a birthday party.
• Her excitement about starting a new job was contagious to her friends.
• The excitement of traveling to a new country can sometimes overshadow the stress of planning.
• He could barely contain his excitement when he found out he won the contest.
• The excitement of the event made everyone forget their worries and just enjoy the moment.
• There was a sense of excitement in the air when the celebrities arrived at the red carpet.
• The excitement of the holiday season brings joy to families everywhere.
• Some people thrive on excitement and love trying new things.

How to use Excitement

Use 'excitement' to describe feelings of happiness about an event. It's appropriate in both writing and speaking but can sound less formal in professional contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'exciting moments' for fun times; 'excitement' is that feeling of joy.

Related words

Collocations with Excitement

• considerable
• extreme
• great
• buzz
• flurry
• flush
• be bubbling with
• be filled with
• be flushed with
• build up
• grow
• mount
• in excitement
• with excitement
• excitement among
• an air of excitement
• a feeling of excitement
• a sense of excitement

Synonyms for Excitement

• enthusiasm
• elation
• joy
• thrill
• eagerness

Opposites of Excitement

• boredom
• indifference
• apathy

Common mistakes with Excitement

• Confusing with 'exciting' (adjective) versus 'excitement' (noun)
• Using it in a negative context when it should be positive
• Mispronouncing as 'excitment' instead of 'excitement'

Frequently asked questions about Excitement

What does Excitement mean?

A feeling of very positive happiness and energy.

What is the definition of Excitement?

the state of feeling or showing happiness and enthusiasm

How do you use Excitement in a sentence?

The excitement in the stadium was palpable as the final minutes of the game approached.

Can you give another example of Excitement?

Children often show great excitement when they anticipate a birthday party.

What are synonyms for Excitement?

Common alternatives include enthusiasm, elation, joy, thrill, eagerness.

What is the opposite of Excitement?

Opposite meanings include boredom, indifference, apathy.

What words go with Excitement?

It commonly pairs with considerable, extreme, great, buzz, flurry, flush, be bubbling with, be filled with, be flushed with, build up, grow, mount, in excitement, with excitement, excitement among, an air of excitement, a feeling of excitement, a sense of excitement.

What are common mistakes when using Excitement?

Confusing with 'exciting' (adjective) versus 'excitement' (noun) Using it in a negative context when it should be positive Mispronouncing as 'excitment' instead of 'excitement'

How do you pronounce Excitement?

US: /["/ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/"]/, UK: /["/ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Excitement?

Use 'excitement' to describe feelings of happiness about an event. It's appropriate in both writing and speaking but can sound less formal in professional contexts.

What CEFR level is Excitement?

"Excitement" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.