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exciting

adjective
ex·​cit·​ing | \ ik-ˈsÄ«-tiÅ‹ How to pronounce exciting (audio) \

Definition of exciting

: producing excitement

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Other Words from exciting

excitingly \ ik-​ˈsÄ«-​tiÅ‹-​lÄ“ How to pronounce excitingly (audio) \ 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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Recent Examples on the Web

The three-and-outs were as exciting as turnovers, Davidson said. Giana Han, al, "Auburn’s defense dominates on third down," 8 Sep. 2019 Perhaps the fan favourite to take over the mantel from Löw, Jurgen Klopp's time managing in the Bundesliga left the Reds boss with a reputation as a charismatic, exciting manager. SI.com, "Joachim Low: 4 Candidates to Replace the World Cup Winning Coach," 8 Sep. 2019 Outside of the church and her family, Loraine was an avid gardener who loved to travel to new and exciting places. orlandosentinel.com, "Deaths in Central Florida: 9/8," 8 Sep. 2019 Graham and Ervin announced their exciting baby news on their ninth wedding anniversary on August 14. Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Ashley Graham Slays in a Feathered Naked Dress at BAZAAR ICONS," 7 Sep. 2019 And in both defining moments — his leadership of the Bork hearings and his third presidential campaign — Mr. Biden made persuading moderates, rather than exciting liberals, his guiding objective. Alexander Burns, New York Times, "Biden Wants to Work With ‘the Other Side.’ This Supreme Court Battle Explains Why.," 7 Sep. 2019 Officials announced the exciting news on Thursday, releasing the criteria and details with a press release. Fox News, "Disney lovers called to apply for 2020 'Moms Panel' - dads, grandparents, 'childless millennials' also welcome," 16 Aug. 2019 Sioux took to Instagram to share the exciting news. Laura Hanrahan, Woman's Day, "Former ‘Dance Moms’ Star Nia Sioux Partnered With Gabrielle Union For a New Fashion Line," 16 Aug. 2019 Earlier this month, Starbucks announced exciting news for pumpkin lovers: Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Creamer will be available in grocery stores. Caitlin O'kane, CBS News, "The pumpkin spice latte will be back on Starbucks' menus earlier than ever this year," 12 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of exciting

1647, in the meaning defined above

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exciting

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of exciting

: causing feelings of interest and enthusiasm : causing excitement

exciting

adjective
ex·​cit·​ing | \ ik-ˈsÄ«-tiÅ‹ How to pronounce exciting (audio) \

Kids Definition of exciting

: producing excitement an exciting adventure

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