B2verbemotionspsychology
US/ɪkˈsaɪt/
UK/ɪkˈsaɪt/
to make someone feel happy, interested and full of energy
In context
The idea of traveling alone really excites me.
Loud music and bright lights excited the children at the party.
Nothing excites him more than a good football match.
Words that go with excite
verb + noun
- excite the imaginationThe story excites the imagination of young readers.
- excite interestThe new design excited a lot of interest.
- excite curiosityThe strange box excited my curiosity.
- excite the crowdThe singer knew how to excite the crowd.
verb + adverb
- get excited easilyPuppies get excited easily when guests arrive.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am very exciting about the trip.Correct: I am very excited about the trip.