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单词 exciters
释义

excite

verb

ex·​cite ik-ˈsīt How to pronounce excite (audio)
ek-
excited; exciting

transitive verb

1
a
: to call to activity
b
: to rouse to an emotional response
scenes to excite the hardest man to pity
c
: to arouse (something, such as a strong emotional response) by appropriate stimuli
excite enthusiasm for the new regime Arthur Knight
2
a
: energize
excite an electromagnet
b
: to produce a magnetic field in
excite a dynamo
3
: to increase the activity of (something, such as a living organism) : stimulate
4
: to raise (an atomic nucleus, an atom, a molecule, etc.) to a higher energy level

Synonyms

  • charge
  • electrify
  • exhilarate
  • galvanize
  • intoxicate
  • pump up
  • thrill
  • titillate
  • turn on
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Example Sentences

ideas that excite young people Our announcement excited the children. The posters excited much interest in the show.
Recent Examples on the Web But as a woman, and more specifically a Black woman, Addai-Robinson’s addition to the lore didn’t exactly excite every fan who got an eyeful of early trailers and images of the series. Rivea Ruff, Essence, 31 Aug. 2022 Are there certain types of projects that don’t excite you? Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 June 2022 Moving onto her burger, Alexis admits her version of the recipe doesn't excite her as much. Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2022 There are also the political considerations, with Democrats eager to excite their base ahead of next year's elections. Edward-isaac Dovere And Manu Raju, CNN, 19 Dec. 2021 Tuman said Newsom’s decision to call out conservative pundits could also work to excite his own base. Taryn Luna Staff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2021 The Santa Cruz's design stands out in the angular, simple geometry of the pick-up world, and that's going to excite some people and disappoint others. Sebastian Blanco, Forbes, 31 Aug. 2021 New ticket sales are a significant first step for a Louisville program that last season struggled to excite its fan base, finishing 13-19 in a season that saw the school part ways with coach Chris Mack in January. Brett Dawson, The Courier-Journal, 26 May 2022 There are few rooms that can excite the senses like the kitchen, and few features spice up a cooking space like an amazing kitchen floor. Bebe Howorth, ELLE Decor, 18 July 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French exciter, from Latin excitare, from ex- + citare to rouse — more at cite

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

excite

verb

ex·​cite ik-ˈsīt How to pronounce excite (audio)
excited; exciting
1
: to stir up feeling in
The announcement excited the children.
2
: to increase the activity of
This chemical excites nerve cells.

Medical Definition

excite

transitive verb

ex·​cite ik-ˈsīt How to pronounce excite (audio)
excited; exciting
1
: to increase the activity of (as a living organism) : stimulate
2
: to raise (as an atomic nucleus, an atom, or a molecule) to a higher energy level

exciters

noun

plural of exciter
as in agitators
a person who stirs up public feelings especially of discontent many of the exciters of the so-called "tax revolt" were actually campaign workers for one of the gubernatorial candidates

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • agitators
  • promoters
  • proponents
  • rebels
  • insurgents
  • provocateurs
  • supporters
  • demagogs
  • demonstrators
  • inciters
  • demagogues
  • apostles
  • instigators
  • advocates
  • firebrands
  • fomenters
  • reformers
  • protesters
  • kindlers
  • boosters
  • rabble-rousers
  • revolutionaries
  • incendiaries
  • champions
  • radicals
  • exponents
  • persuaders
  • extremists
  • troublemakers
  • provokers
  • prodders
  • objectors
  • prompters
  • reformists
  • subversives
  • revolutionists
  • agents provocateurs
  • marchers
  • revolters
  • protestors
  • alarmists
  • insurrectionists
  • picketers
  • backers

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • peacemakers
  • reconcilers
  • uniters
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