Basic Details
Word: Thrilling
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Causing excitement or joy; very exciting.
Synonyms: Exciting, exhilarating, electrifying
Antonyms: Boring, dull, unexciting
Idioms and Phrases
- Thrills and spills: Refers to exciting and risky experiences. Example: "The fair had all the thrills and spills you could imagine, from roller coasters to bungee jumping."
- Get your adrenaline pumping: To experience a rush of excitement or thrill. Example: "The action movie really got my adrenaline pumping with its thrilling chase scenes."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The thrilling roller coaster ride left everyone screaming with joy.
Example 2: She found the book so thrilling that she couldnt put it down until she finished it.
Example 3: The thrilling soccer match ended with a last-minute goal that amazed the crowd.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "thrill" comes from the Old English word "ryllian," which means "to pierce"? This reflects how an exciting experience can give you a sudden rush or "pierce" your normal feelings!
Famous Quote
"Life should be lived on the edge of your seat. Its not about safety; its about the thrill of the unknown." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "thrilling" mean?
a) Causing excitement
b) Making you sleepy
c) Not interesting
d) A type of flower
Answer: a) Causing excitement
2. Which of these is a synonym of "thrilling"?
a) Boring
b) Exciting
c) Slow
d) Clear
Answer: b) Exciting
3. Which of these words is an antonym of "thrilling"?
a) Exhilarating
b) Dull
c) Electrifying
d) Stimulating
Answer: b) Dull
4. Which sentence uses "thrilling" correctly?
a) The thrilling sunset was quiet and peaceful.
b) The thrilling adventure made the children excited.
c) The thrilling taste of soup was bland.
d) The thrilling book was hard to read.
Answer: b) The thrilling adventure made the children excited.
5. Which idiom means to have exciting experiences?
a) Get your adrenaline pumping
b) Face the music
c) A penny for your thoughts
d) Barking up the wrong tree
Answer: a) Get your adrenaline pumping
