CEFR B2

thrill

noun

Meaning

A sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure, often caused by something dangerous, frightening, or extremely enjoyable.

Examples

The roller coaster ride was a real thrill.
She felt a thrill of anticipation as the show began.

Synonyms: excitement, buzz, rush, exhilaration

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thrill (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /θrɪl/

Definition

A sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure, often caused by something dangerous, frightening, or extremely enjoyable.

Examples

The roller coaster ride was a real thrill.
She felt a thrill of anticipation as the show began.
He gets a thrill from extreme sports.

How to Use thrill

thrill of (prepositional phrase): A feeling of excitement caused by something specific. — "He experienced the thrill of victory."
thrill someone (verb): To cause someone to feel excitement. — "The surprise party thrilled everyone."
thrill seeker (collocation): A person who actively seeks out exciting or dangerous experiences. — "As a thrill seeker, she loved skydiving."

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