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adjective

ig-ˈzi-lə-ˌrā-tiŋ How to pronounce exhilarating (audio)
Definition of exhilaratingnext
as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation no recording can capture the exhilarating feeling of being at a live rock concert

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exhilarating

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verb

present participle of exhilarate
1
as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings the exhilarating feeling of flying that hang gliding offers

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2
as in intoxicating
to fill with great joy the climactic moment of commencement ceremonies usually exhilarates graduates and proud parents alike

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Recent Examples of exhilarating
Adjective
The type of exhilarating guard who can shoulder the burden of pulling Sacramento back into relevance. — Devon Henderson, New York Times, 5 July 2026 The Aston Martin Valhalla, a hypercar developed with F1 DNA, delivers an exhilarating driving experience across France. — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Verb
But a star athlete’s return from serious injury is a component of the fan experience that can be exhilarating on a different level. — Steve Buckley, New York Times, 18 Mar. 2026 The pure potential of nuclear technology was exhilarating to contemplate in the abstract, but the ideas of science fiction are not always so smoothly integrated into the messy reality of the real world. — Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exhilarating
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhilarating
  1. exciting
  2. thrilling
  3. intoxicating
  4. breathtaking
  5. electrifying
  6. interesting
  7. intriguing
Adjective
  • We were treated to a commercial-free evening of exciting entertaining, educational, emotional and joyful programming.
    — Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
  • The player in question is Jesse Bisiwu from Club Brugge, who has been described as one of Europe’s most exciting attacking talents.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of exciting
Verb
  • Argentina advanced to its second straight World Cup final after a thrilling 2-1 win over England on Wednesday.
    — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 15 July 2026
  • And yet, watching The Odyssey, which is a whole lot of movie, some of it thrilling, what becomes amusingly apparent is that Odysseus actually makes the ultimate Nolan protagonist.
    — Alison Willmore, Vulture, 15 July 2026
Definition of thrilling
Verb
  • This move, driven by concerns over youth access to intoxicating hemp, faces strong opposition from legitimate businesses who warn it will devastate the sector.
    — Peter Su, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Staying home might not readily provide the intoxicating beauty Emerson describes.
    — Isabel Fattal, The Atlantic, 4 July 2026
Definition of intoxicating
Adjective
  • Set high above the town with breathtaking sea views from all 27 suites and 13 private villas (which are individually staffed), La Réserve offers serenity and discretion—all while being just a few minutes' drive from Pampelonne Beach.
    — Karli Poliziani, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
  • As Americans reflect on our 250-year history as a sovereign nation, there's no better time to appreciate the breathtaking natural beauty the country offers.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of breathtaking
Verb
  • The city is electrifying its bus fleet, with a goal of full conversion by 2030.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Across Europe and North America, a growing number of companies have concluded that electrifying the trailer, rather than replacing the tractor unit, may be the fastest and most cost-effective path to decarbonizing long-haul freight.
    — IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 8 July 2026
Definition of electrifying
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  • England versus Argentina also features two previous winners, but this match has a much more interesting history to it.
    — Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • Looks like an interesting docu-series, though, maybe especially for those of us who will never go in person.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026
Definition of interesting
Adjective
  • That is what has made this past week-plus so intriguing in the Miami Heat’s backcourt.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 12 July 2026
  • Bond has always been an intriguing vessel; by design, the spy is detached and isolated, a character who can disappear into the shadows and emerge totally fixated on a new mission with his past loves and losses brushed off with ease.
    — Emily Maskell, IndieWire, 10 July 2026
Definition of intriguing

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