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excitement
[/ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/]
noun
excitação
1.
a feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness
The children felt excitement about the upcoming birthday party.
As crianças sentiam excitação sobre a festa de aniversário que se aproximava.
2.
something that causes this feeling; an exciting event or experience
The new roller coaster was the excitement of the amusement park.
A nova montanha-russa era a atração emocionante do parque de diversões.
3.
emotional arousal or stimulation
Her voice was trembling with excitement.
Sua voz estava tremendo com a excitação.
NYC Slang
hype
Synonyms
enthusiasm
exhilaration
thrill
elation
fervor
agitation
Antonyms
calmness
apathy
indifference
boredom
lethargy
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
excitação
most common term
General Brazilian
animação
used for lighter excitement or enthusiasm
São Paulo
empolgação
very popular alternative for enthusiasm
Portugal
excitação
standard usage
Portugal
entusiasmo
alternative for general enthusiasm
Related Idioms & Phrases
in a state of excitement
trembling with excitement
beside oneself with excitement
contain one's excitement
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