excitant
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪkˈsaɪtənt/
KK: /ɪkˈsaɪtənt/
adjective
Definition
Something that causes excitement or stimulation.
Example
The excitant effects of the new drug were evident in the patients' increased energy levels.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more excitant
Superlative: most excitant
Conversation
I just finished that new book, and it was so excitant!
Really? I’ve heard good things about it.
Yeah, the plot twists were really excitant and kept me on my toes.
Sounds like a fun read! I’ll have to check it out.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
stimulating
provocative
exciting
Antonyms
dull
boring
calming
noun
Definition
A substance or agent that causes excitement or stimulation in the body or mind.
Example
Caffeine is a common excitant found in coffee and energy drinks.
Conversation
I really enjoy trying new things that act as an excitant for my creativity.
That's interesting! What kind of things have you tried lately?
I recently started painting, and it’s been such an amazing excitant for my imagination.
Root Explanation
Excitant → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out) and "citare" (meaning to call or summon). The word "excitant" refers to something that calls out or stimulates action or response.
Memory Tip
Think of something that 'calls out' ('citare') to you from 'out' ('ex-') — that's why excitant means something that stimulates or provokes action.
Visually Confused Words
exercitant
extant
expectant
executant
exceptant
sextant