thrilling

[thril-ing]

adjective

1. producing sudden, strong, and deep emotion or excitement.

2. producing a tremor, as by chilling.

3. vibrating; trembling; quivering.

ˈthrilling

/ ˈθrɪlɪŋ /

adjective

1. very exciting or stimulating

2. vibrating or trembling

Other Word Forms

• thrillingly adverb
• unthrilling adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of thrilling¹

First recorded in 1520–30; thrill + -ing ²

Example Sentences

It was a thrilling tournament that had all four sides on two wins from the opening four rounds.

From BBC

Directed by Burgess Meredith, who also plays a murder suspect, it adds a thrilling chase up the actual Eiffel Tower, no special effects required.

From Los Angeles Times

Dublin hosted its first regular-season game last Sunday, with the Pittsburgh Steelers holding on for a thrilling win over the Minnesota Vikings.

From BBC

“Shadow Ticket’s” structure turns the current film adaptation of “Vineland” inside out — that would be “One Battle After Another,” whose thrilling middle more than redeems an only slightly off-key beginning and end.

From Los Angeles Times

It seems highly unlikely, but this thrilling, determined side will offer hope, and provide excitement and more joyous moments throughout this campaign.

From BBC

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