Search Dictionary
Definition of thrilled

thrilled

/θrɪld/
thrilled
JUMP TO:

thrilled Lexical Profile

thrilled Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Feeling intense pleasure, excitement, and happiness.

Example

"She was thrilled to hear that her research paper had been accepted for publication."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for thrilled
Antonyms
View all antonyms for thrilled

• Rhymes for thrilled

• Nearby Words

thrifting
thrifty
thrill
thrilled
thriller
thrilling
thrillingly

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the verb 'thrill', which comes from Middle English 'thrillen' and Old English 'thyrlian', originally meaning 'to pierce or penetrate'. Over time, the literal sense of piercing shifted metaphorically to a sharp, sudden sensation of emotion or excitement.

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Thrilled. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/thrilled
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.