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erethic

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪˈrɛθɪk/

KK: /ɪˈrɛθɪk/

adjective
Definition

Describing a state of being unusually excited or agitated.


Example

The crowd was in an erethic state, cheering loudly for their team.


Comparatives & Superlatives

Comparative: more erethic

Superlative: most erethic


Conversation
Sloth A
I noticed you've been really erethic lately, is everything okay?
Sloth B
Yeah, I just got some exciting news that made me super happy!
Sloth A
That makes sense! It's nice to see you so erethic about something positive.
Sloth B
Thanks! I can't wait to share all the details with you.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
agitated
excited
stimulated
Antonyms
calm
composed
unexcited
Root Explanation

The word 'erethic' originates from the Greek word 'erethos' (meaning to stir up or provoke). It describes something that causes agitation or excitement.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'stirs up' feelings or emotions — that's why 'erethic' refers to something that provokes or excites.

Visually Confused Words
heretic
ereptic
ethic
anterethic
heuretic
herpetic
hermetic
erotetic
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