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excited
/ɪkˈsaɪtɪd/
When used as an adjective, "excited" is most commonly followed by the prepositions "about" (for a future event) or "by" (for a cause). Be careful not to confuse "excited" with "exciting." Use "excited" to describe how a person feels and "exciting" to describe the thing that causes that feeling. For example: "The movie was exciting, so I felt excited." In scientific contexts, particularly in physics or chemistry, "excited" has a specific meaning referring to an atom or nucleus that has absorbed energy.
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I AM SO EXCITED FOR THE FAMILY DINNER. I MADE A HUGE POT OF STU.
Mom, please stop texting. I'm trying to pivot our synergy strategy right now.
Meanings
Very enthusiastic and eager about something
"The children were extremely excited about the upcoming trip to the zoo."
Physically or emotionally stirred up; agitated
"He became visibly excited during the heated debate."