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Meaning of the word excite in English

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excite

US /ɪkˈsaɪt/
UK /ɪkˈsaɪt/
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Verb

1.

to cause strong feelings of enthusiasm and eagerness in someone

Example:
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The news of the trip began to excite her.
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His new ideas really excite the team.
Synonym:
thrill stimulate arouse stir animate
2.

to cause a particular reaction or feeling

Example:
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Certain chemicals can excite nerve cells.
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The sound of the siren excited the dog.
Synonym:
stimulate trigger provoke induce elicit
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