spine-tingling

adjective

Meaning

Causing a physical sensation of thrill, fear, or intense excitement that makes one feel as though their spine is vibrating.

Examples

The film features a spine-tingling sequence where the protagonist discovers the hidden basement.
She delivered a spine-tingling performance of the national anthem that left the entire stadium in silence.

Synonyms: scary, eerie, chilling, hair-raising, blood-curdling

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spine-tingling

adjective

Pronunciation: ˈspaɪnˌtɪŋɡlɪŋ

Definition

Causing a physical sensation of thrill, fear, or intense excitement that makes one feel as though their spine is vibrating.

Examples

The film features a spine-tingling sequence where the protagonist discovers the hidden basement.
She delivered a spine-tingling performance of the national anthem that left the entire stadium in silence.

Synonyms of spine-tingling

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