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exhilaratingly

/ɪɡˈzɪl.ə.reɪ.tɪŋ.li/
ex · hil · a · rat · ing · ly
Adjective:exhilarating
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• adverb

1

In a manner that causes a strong feeling of excitement, happiness, or invigoration; thrillingly or refreshingly.

Example

"The mountain air was exhilaratingly crisp as the hikers reached the summit at dawn."

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• Nearby Words

exhilarate
exhilarated
exhilarating
exhilaratingly
exhilaration
exhort
exhortation

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'exhilarating' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The root derives from Latin 'exhilaratus', past participle of 'exhilarare' (to gladden or cheer), from 'ex-' (thoroughly) and 'hilaris' (cheerful, merry).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Exhilaratingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/exhilaratingly
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