excited

[ik-sahy-tid]

adjective

1. stirred emotionally; agitated.

   An excited crowd awaited the arrival of the famed rock group.

   Synonyms: impassioned, perturbed, stormy, ruffled

2. stimulated to activity; brisk.

   an excited buying and selling of stocks.

   Synonyms: enthusiastic, active, eager

excited

/ ɪkˈsaɪtɪd /

adjective

1. emotionally aroused, esp to pleasure or agitation

2. characterized by excitement

   an excited dance

3. sexually aroused

4. (of an atom, molecule, etc) occupying an energy level above the ground state

Other Word Forms

• excitedly adverb
• excitedness noun
• hyperexcited adjective
• superexcited adjective
• unexcited adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of excited¹

First recorded in 1650–60; excite + -ed ²

Example Sentences

"But we tested it again and again to test all the models, use all the methods, and we are now confident about the result, and we're actually very excited."

From BBC

“Because I love the matchups, I love what it creates. I’m excited about what that room has become for us. I think that room is just going to get better.”

From Los Angeles Times

"You respect the game - everyone was excited to see Rory. But once it comes down to the start of the tournament, he's the enemy."

From BBC

Eddie Howe's Newcastle had held a long-standing interest in Trafford and it is understood the player was "super excited" about the prospect of joining the Magpies, but talks over a fee became protracted.

From BBC

Just prior to that day, however, Erika Kirk described a charged and excited atmosphere in her household.

From Salon

Related Words

• agitated 
• annoyed 
• delighted 
• disturbed 
• eager 
• enthusiastic 
• hysterical 
• nervous 
• passionate 
• thrilled 

When To Use

Spelling tips for excited

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