exciting

adjective

ex·​cit·​ing ik-ˈsī-tiŋ How to pronounce exciting (audio)
Synonyms of excitingnext
: producing excitement
excitingly adverb

Examples of exciting in a Sentence

an exciting trip to Africa an exciting account of her adventures This isn't a very exciting book.
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Everyday outings, like going to the grocery store, are exciting adventures for him. CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026 Career Pathways is an exciting, accessible and cost-effective answer. Ronald L. Walker Ii, Boston Herald, 8 Apr. 2026 The Sirens are one of the most exciting things happening in New York sports right now, and the Professional Women’s Hockey League is clearly on the rise. Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026 Saturday is a chance to win the hearts of fans craving cleaner, more exciting football after Billy Napier’s four seasons. Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exciting

Word History

First Known Use

1647, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of exciting was in 1647

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“Exciting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exciting. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

exciting

adjective
ex·​cit·​ing ik-ˈsīt-iŋ How to pronounce exciting (audio)
: causing excitement
exciting news
excitingly adverb

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