thrill (Meaning)
thrill (n)
the swift release of a store of affective force
an almost pleasurable sensation of fright
something that causes you to experience a sudden intense feeling or sensation
thrill (v)
cause to be thrilled by some perceptual input
feel sudden intense sensation or emotion
tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement
fill with sublime emotion
thrill (n.)
A warbling; a trill.
A drill. See 3d Drill, 1.
A sensation as of being thrilled; a tremulous excitement; as, a thrill of horror; a thrill of joy.
thrill (v. t.)
A breathing place or hole; a nostril, as of a bird.
To perforate by a pointed instrument; to bore; to transfix; to drill.
Hence, to affect, as if by something that pierces or pricks; to cause to have a shivering, throbbing, tingling, or exquisite sensation; to pierce; to penetrate.
To hurl; to throw; to cast.
thrill (v. i.)
To pierce, as something sharp; to penetrate; especially, to cause a tingling sensation that runs through the system with a slight shivering; as, a sharp sound thrills through the whole frame.
To feel a sharp, shivering, tingling, or exquisite sensation, running through the body.
Synonyms & Antonyms of thrill
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Synonyms:
- wallop
- buzz
- surprize
- high
- diversion
- electrification
- jolt
- entertainment
- amusement
- intoxication
- arousal
- delectation
- fun
- delight
- treat
- lift
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thrill Sentence Examples
- The rollercoaster's steep drop provided an exhilarating thrill that left my heart pounding.
- The suspenseful movie kept me on the edge of my seat, sending shivers of thrill down my spine.
- Bungee jumping was an absolute thrill that tested my limits and gave me an adrenaline rush.
- Winning the lottery brought an unexpected thrill that filled me with euphoria.
- The unexpected twist in the novel gave me a sudden thrill that left me eager to turn the page.
- The speed of the race car gave me a thrilling sensation that made me feel invincible.
- The thought of conquering Mount Everest sent a thrill of anticipation through my veins.
- The thrill of the hunt kept me focused and determined as I searched for the elusive treasure.
- The thrill of a new challenge always motivates me to push past my boundaries.
- The thrilling surprise party brought tears of joy to my eyes as I was surrounded by loved ones.
FAQs About the word thrill
the swift release of a store of affective force, an almost pleasurable sensation of fright, something that causes you to experience a sudden intense feeling or
kick, exhilaration, frisson, bang, charge,rush, joy, pleasure, shock, enjoyment
weary, tire, pall,bore, weary, bore, pall, tire, dishearten, discourage
The rollercoaster's steep drop provided an exhilarating thrill that left my heart pounding.
The suspenseful movie kept me on the edge of my seat, sending shivers of thrill down my spine.
Bungee jumping was an absolute thrill that tested my limits and gave me an adrenaline rush.
Winning the lottery brought an unexpected thrill that filled me with euphoria.
