exciting

adjective

ex·​cit·​ing ik-ˈsī-tiŋ How to pronounce exciting (audio)
: 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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The Fire sign is symbolized by the archer and governed by Jupiter — the planet of luck and expansion — which adds to the curious and exciting energy in the air. Athena Sobhan, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024 Some of the most exciting technological developments coming in 2025 are around longevity. Sophia Panych, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024 But the most exciting openings are from proudly South African brands: Newmark Hotels is pioneering the 21-suite Apostle Battery Mountain Lodge in the Table Mountain National Park above Llandudno beach, an ambitious restoration of a historic military site. Sarah Khan, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Nov. 2024 Nonetheless, Bustamante remains a narratively resourceful and exciting artist. Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024 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 1 Dec. 2024.

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exciting

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

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