thrilling
Americanadjective
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producing sudden, strong, and deep emotion or excitement.
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producing a tremor, as by chilling.
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vibrating; trembling; quivering.
adjective
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very exciting or stimulating
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vibrating or trembling
Other Word Forms
- thrillingly adverb
- unthrilling adjective
Etymology
Origin of thrilling
Example Sentences
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She's like: 'You go and support your kids, but at the same time, it wasn't thrilling to watch.
From BBC
With thrilling stories about ordinary blokes willing some of history’s most beloved music into being, the tapestry of The Beatles is rife with drama and wonder.
From Salon
"It's been one of the most thrilling collaborations in my life."
From Barron's
Duane gave a sigh of relief for Magic while he turned toward the front of the toboggan, toward the portion of the thrilling adventure ride that was still unfinished and awaiting.
From Literature
Scotland are set to face Haiti and Morocco in Boston and Brazil in Miami after qualifying for the finals with a thrilling 4-2 Hampden victory over Denmark in November.
From BBC
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