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thrillingly

/ˈθrɪl.ɪŋ.li/
thrill · ing · ly

Adjective:thrilling
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1

In a manner that causes a sudden, intense feeling of excitement and pleasure; excitingly or exhilaratingly.

Example

"The symphony orchestra performed the final movement thrillingly, earning an immediate standing ovation from the audience."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the participial adjective 'thrilling' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The root verb 'thrill' derives from Middle English 'thirl', from Old English 'þyrlian', originally meaning 'to pierce or penetrate', which later evolved metaphorically to describe a piercing sensation of emotion or excitement.

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