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THRILL

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Thrill.

How to pronounce thrill:

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Thrill - as a noun

The swift release of a store of affective force

Example: "They got a great bang out of it"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bootchargeflushkickrush

An almost pleasurable sensation of fright

Example: "A frisson of surprise shot through him"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chillfrissonquivershivershuddertingle

Something that causes you to experience a sudden intense feeling or sensation

Example: "The thrills of space travel"

Thrill - as a verb

Cause to be thrilled by some perceptual input

Example: "The men were thrilled by a loud whistle blow"

Feel sudden intense sensation or emotion

Example: "He was thrilled by the speed and the roar of the engine"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ticklevibrate

Tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shivershudderthrob

Fill with sublime emotion

Example: "The children were thrilled at the prospect of going to the movies"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
beatifyexaltexhilarateinebriatetickle pink

Example Sentences

"The roller coaster ride was a thrilling experience."
"The discovery of hidden treasure gave me a thrill."
"I felt a thrill of excitement as I prepared for my first skydiving jump."
"The anticipation of the final match was causing a thrill among the fans."
"The horror movie provided the audience with spine-tingling thrills."
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Word Game Points

Is THRILL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, thrill is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

THRILL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is THRILL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, thrill is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
THRILL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is THRILL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, thrill is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
THRILL has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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