exciting

adjective

ex·​cit·​ing ik-ˈsī-tiŋ 

: producing excitement

excitingly

ik-ˈsī-tiŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms of exciting

• thrilling
• exhilarating
• stimulating
• breathtaking
• intriguing
• inspiring
• interesting

Examples of exciting in a Sentence

an exciting trip to Africa

an exciting account of her adventures

This isn't a very exciting book.

Recent Examples on the Web

My long-term ambition is to keep building this world around Amiri that feels authentic and creatively exciting, both to myself and my team, and to our community. —Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025

The researchers highlighted that the success of this blood cell gene therapy approach offers an exciting blueprint for treating many other genetic conditions. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 24 Nov. 2025

Disney and Formula 1 are kicking off their multi-year collaboration at the Las Vegas Grand Prix this weekend with appearances from Mickey & Friends, exciting fan experiences, all-new F1 merchandise, and, of course, a dose of Disney magic. —Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 24 Nov. 2025

The relationship between Israel and Boston is entering an exciting new phase. —Benjamin Sharoni, Boston Herald, 24 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1647, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for exciting

• alighting
• backbiting
• bullfighting
• daylighting
• delighting
• firefighting
• handwriting
• highlighting
• igniting
• inciting
• indicting
• infighting

Kids Definition

exciting

adjective

ex·​cit·​ing ik-ˈsīt-iŋ 

: causing excitement

exciting news

excitingly

-iŋ-lē 

adverb