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Synonyms for

Excited

Adjective / ɪˈksaɪtʌd / / ɪˈksaɪtɪd / Another word for excited — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Feeling or showing enthusiasm and eagerness.

Synonyms & similar words

delirious turnon charge arouse rouse stir agitate unexcited unrestrained stimulate calm chargeup frantic commove shakeup emotional workedup energise sex energize excite mad aroused windup activated eager enthusiastic thrilled animated jubilant elated joyful gleeful exhilarated overjoyed ecstatic joyous rapturous passionate charged fervent vivacious

Synonyms by register

Formal

animated enthusiastic stimulated elated

Informal

pumped stoked hyped jazzed

Literary

agog ardent fervent

Antonyms

calm apathetic indifferent uninterested disinterested placid lethargic

Common collocations

  • very excited
  • excited about
  • excited to
  • excitedly waiting
  • excited crowd
  • excited voice
  • excited anticipation

Word family

noun excitement
verb excite
adjective excited
adverb excitedly

Usage note

Often used to describe a positive emotional state. Can sometimes imply a lack of control or composure, depending on context.

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Example sentences

  1. I am so excited to see my friends tomorrow.
  2. She was excited to hear the news.
  3. The kids were excited to go to the amusement park.
  4. He gets excited every time he sees a dog.
  5. She was excited to try the new ice cream flavor.

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