exhilarating
gb/ɪɡzˈɪlɚˌeɪtɪŋ/ us/ɪɡzˈɪlɚˌeɪtɪŋ/
B2
English
felvillanyozó, felfrissítő
B2
1
Usage pattern:
[an exhilarating] [experience/ride/game/moment]
Paragliding over the coast was an exhilarating experience.
A part fölött siklóernyőzni felvillanyozó élmény volt.
The team’s last-minute goal made for an exhilarating finish.
A csapat utolsó pillanatban szerzett gólja felvillanyozó hajrát hozott.
She found public speaking terrifying at first, but eventually exhilarating.
Learner examples
The roller coaster was exhilarating.
A hullámvasút felvillanyozó volt.
It was an exhilarating day.
Igazán felvillanyozó nap volt.
Common mistake:
Don’t use it for ordinary positive things; it usually suggests strong excitement (often from speed, risk, or adventure).
Meaning
very exciting and enjoyable
Collocations
an exhilarating experience
|an exhilarating ride
|an exhilarating game
|an exhilarating performance
|an exhilarating win
|an exhilarating moment
|an exhilarating adventure
|an exhilarating journey
|an exhilarating challenge
|an exhilarating feeling
Synonyms
thrilling (Often highlights excitement mixed with suspense or danger.)
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exciting (More general; less intense than 'exhilarating'.)
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electrifying (Suggests a sudden, powerful surge of excitement.)
Antonyms
boring (Not interesting or exciting.)
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dull (Lacking excitement or energy.)
Themes
emotions
|daily_life
|sports
|travel
|entertainment
Definition
Very exciting and fun, making you feel full of energy.
Making you feel very excited, happy, and full of energy.
C1
2
felfrissítő
B2
Usage pattern:
[exhilarating] [air/breeze/cold/walk/swim]
The crisp autumn air felt exhilarating after the humid summer.
A párás nyár után az üde őszi levegő igazán felfrissítőnek hatott.
A quick swim in the cold lake was exhilarating and woke her up instantly.
A hideg tóban egy gyors úszás igazán felfrissítő volt, és azonnal felébresztette.
He loved the exhilarating rush of cycling downhill in the morning wind.
Learner examples
The cool air was exhilarating.
A hűvös levegő felfrissítő volt.
The swim was exhilarating.
Az úszás felfrissítő volt.
Common mistake:
For physical refreshment, 'exhilarating' is stronger than 'refreshing' and suggests a noticeable boost of energy.
Meaning
invigorating and refreshing
Collocations
exhilarating air
|exhilarating breeze
|exhilarating cold
|an exhilarating walk
|an exhilarating run
|an exhilarating swim
|exhilarating mountain air
|exhilarating sea air
|an exhilarating morning
|an exhilarating workout
Synonyms
invigorating (Focuses on renewed strength and energy.)
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refreshing (Weaker; emphasizes pleasant relief rather than excitement.)
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revitalizing (Suggests restoring energy after tiredness.)
Antonyms
stifling (Oppressively hot or airless, making you uncomfortable.)
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draining (Making you feel tired rather than energized.)
Themes
health
|weather
|nature
|daily_life
Definition
Refreshing and making you feel more awake and energetic.
Making you feel refreshed and energized, especially in a physical way (for example, from fresh air, cold water, or brisk activity).
Grammar
Dictionary form
exhilarating
IPA
GB/ɪɡzˈɪlɚˌeɪtɪŋ/
US/ɪɡzˈɪlɚˌeɪtɪŋ/
Syllables & stress
ex - hil - ar - at - ing (5 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (hil)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: exhilarating
Word family
Core family
Advanced or less common
exhilaratingly
adverb
Expressions
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