B2adjectivemediaemotions
US/ˈθrɪl.ɪŋ/
UK/ˈθrɪl.ɪŋ/
very exciting and enjoyable, often with a little fear
In context
The final minutes of the match were absolutely thrilling.
We watched a thrilling chase scene on the big screen.
Climbing the volcano at sunrise was a thrilling experience.
Words that go with thrilling
adjective + noun
- thrilling experienceSkydiving was a thrilling experience for all of us.
- thrilling rideThe roller coaster is a thrilling ride.
- thrilling finishThe race had a thrilling finish.
- thrilling storyShe wrote a thrilling story about a lost explorer.
adverb + adjective
- absolutely thrillingThe concert was absolutely thrilling.
adjective + preposition
- thrilling forThe game was thrilling for the young fans.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The film was very thrilled.Correct: The film was very thrilling.