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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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So, being able to do that in the film was very exciting. Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 8 Dec. 2025 Yesterday, Tyla—exciting pop star, equally-exciting fashion star—was spotted touching down at an airport in Mumbai, India. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2025 Here, the Art Museum of Southeast Texas gives visitors always-fresh exhibits, and the historic Jefferson Theatre hosts exciting shows and performances. Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 7 Dec. 2025 And even more exciting than the hardwearing build is a low base price that brings back attainability. New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025 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 Dec. 2025.

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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