Definition

In a manner that makes someone feel very happy, excited, or full of energy.

Example

The roller coaster ride was exhilaratingly fast, leaving everyone screaming with joy.

Conversation

Did you find that roller coaster ride exhilaratingly fun?

Absolutely! I was screaming the whole time!

I loved how it made my heart race exhilaratingly with every drop.

Right? It's such a thrill to feel that rush!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exhilaratingly → It is formed from "exhilarate" (from Latin "exhilarare", meaning to make cheerful or to enliven) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "exhilaratingly" means in a manner that makes one feel cheerful or enlivened.

Memory Tip

Think of being made cheerful ('exhilarate') and how doing so 'in a manner' ('-ly') makes the experience exhilarating.

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