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emocionante

[e.mo.si.o.ˈnɐ̃.tə]
adjectivepl: emocionantes
exciting, moving, thrilling, emotional
1. Causing strong feelings of excitement, wonder, or emotion
The final match was absolutely thrilling.
A final foi absolutamente emocionante.
2. Touching or affecting the emotions deeply
It was a moving moment when she received the award.
Foi um momento emocionante quando ela recebeu o prêmio.
3. Stirring up passion or intense feeling
The concert was an exciting experience.
O concerto foi uma experiência emocionante.
NYC Slang
thrilling, killer (as in 'that was killer')
Synonyms
comoventetocanteimpressionanteemocionadoexcitanteestimulantearrebatador
Antonyms
chatoentediantemonótonoinsossodesinteressantefrio

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
emocionante
Most common usage; widely used in everyday speech and media
São Paulo
emocionante
Standard usage; sometimes emphasizes excitement aspect
Rio de Janeiro
emocionante
Common; may be emphasized with additional expressions
Portugal
emocionante
Standard usage; equivalent to 'comovente' or 'impressionante'

Related Idioms & Phrases

um momento emocionante
uma experiência emocionante
que emocionante!
é muito emocionante
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