B2adjectiveinformalemotions
US/θrɪld/
UK/θrɪld/
extremely happy and excited about something
In context
We were thrilled when Vietnam won the gold medal.
She was thrilled to get a place at her dream university.
My mum wasn't exactly thrilled about my new tattoo.
Words that go with thrilled
adjective + preposition
- thrilled toI'm thrilled to be part of this team.
- thrilled withShe was thrilled with her birthday present.
- thrilled aboutThe kids are thrilled about the trip to Phú Quốc.
adverb + adjective
- absolutely thrilledThe players were absolutely thrilled with the result.
- not exactly thrilledThe neighbors were not exactly thrilled about the late-night party.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The final was very thrilled.Correct: The final was very thrilling.