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- Dictionaryexcited/ɪkˈsʌɪtɪd/
adjective
- 1. very enthusiastic and eager: "they were excited about the prospect" Similar Opposite
- 2. of or in an energy state higher than the normal or ground state: "the excited atom returns to its former energy state and emits light or other radiation"
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EXCITED definition: 1. feeling very happy and enthusiastic: 2. to not be especially good: 3. (of an atom, etc.) in a…. Learn more.
The meaning of EXCITED is having, showing, or characterized by a heightened state of energy, enthusiasm, eagerness, etc. : feeling or showing excitement. How to use excited in a sentence.
Excited definition: stirred emotionally; agitated. See examples of EXCITED used in a sentence.
emotionally aroused, esp to pleasure or agitation. 2. characterized by excitement. an excited dance. 3. sexually aroused. 4. (of an atom, molecule, etc) occupying an energy level above the ground state. Collins English Dictionary.
/ɪkˈsaɪtɪd/ feeling or showing happiness and enthusiasm. Staff got excited when they heard they were getting a bonus. excited about something I am really excited about the opportunity to work with her. excited about doing something The children were excited about opening their presents.
Meaning more than just "wildly happy," excited describes all sorts of excessive emotions (and not always the good ones). If you're excited you might be agitated, nervous, anxious, or worked up about something.
feeling very happy and enthusiastic: happy, excited faces. The children are getting really excited about the party. Fewer examples. I'm very excited at the prospect of seeing her again.
excited feeling or showing happiness and enthusiasm: The kids were excited about their vacation plans. ecstatic very happy, excited, and enthusiastic; showing this enthusiasm: Sally was ecstatic about her new job.
1. emotionally aroused, esp to pleasure or agitation. 2. characterized by excitement: an excited dance. 3. sexually aroused. 4. (General Physics) (of an atom, molecule, etc) occupying an energy level above the ground state. exˈcitedly adv. exˈcitedness n.
full of emotions or feelings that have been stirred up or aroused: Don't get so excited over such nonsense. The excited couple could hardly wait to move into their new house. ex•cit•ed•ly, adv.: They pointed excitedly at the sky. See exciting.
