Synonyms of thrill

thrill 1 of 2

noun

as in kick

a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings

everyone gets a real thrill out of the Independence Day fireworks

Synonyms & Similar Words

• kick
• exhilaration
• rush
• frisson
• boot
• enjoyment
• titillation
• bang
• pleasure
• jollies
• joy
• charge
• surprise
• shock
• delight
• wallop
• arousal
• high
• buzz
• jolt
• intoxication
• entertainment
• amusement
• electrification
• fun
• lift
• diversion
• treat
• delectation

thrill

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verb

ˈthril 

as in to excite

to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings of

I was thrilled to hear that you got the promotion that you'd been so desperately wanting

Synonyms & Similar Words

• excite
• delight
• electrify
• inspire
• intrigue
• titillate
• galvanize
• intoxicate
• exhilarate
• turn on
• enchant
• arouse
• pump up
• provoke
• charge
• stimulate
• interest
• incite
• charm
• rivet
• captivate
• mesmerize
• hypnotize
• enthrall
• bewitch
• tantalize
• spellbind

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• bore
• weary
• pall
• tire
• discourage
• jade
• demoralize
• dishearten
• dispirit
• deject

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of thrill

Noun

There’s a particular thrill in discovering a thrift store gem. — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 14 Aug. 2026

What’s often lost, however, is the Wachowskis’ deft scripting — their ability to create new worlds and weave complicated mythologies while delivering pure popcorn thrills at every turn. — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026

Verb

While news of the live album will certainly thrill Winter’s fans, there’s still no word yet on the likely concert film that was also shot during Carnegie Hall gig. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 19 Aug. 2026

This one has been around since the ’90s; the current owners, who purchased it in 2022, were thrilled to find an Earthship on the market in Colorado. — Felicia Brower, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026