Excited about something meaning in English
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Definition
to be excited about (something): to be enthusiastic, passionate, happy about; to look forward to (something)
I'm really excited about my trip to Hawaii. I can't wait to get there!
to excite: to stimulate, to motivate, to make someone enthusiastic
excitement: enthusiasm, passion, a strong feeling of happiness
Examples
- "The teacher of the class has been hailed as a hero for bringing the incident to a swift end by saying, "Ok class, that's enough excitement for today, turn to page 54 of your textbooks: Trigonometry"."
- "I am, however excited."
- "Now that I have met you and some of your colleagues, and know more about the activities of the Delavigne Corp, I am even more excited about the possibility of working with you and your team than I was before the interview."
- "Horatio : So Joan Wayne, are you excited to visit the East?"
- "Hannah : I'm so excited!"
- "It has been a full day of excitement for me."
- "After all this turmoil and excitement, I needed to sort things out for myself in the comfort of my family home."
- "Moira, get me a glass of water, I can barely contain my excitement."
- "Hannah : What are you so excited about?"
- "I am so excited!"
- "Luna : Well, I have a suggestion to make, and I'm really excited about it!"
- "He's as excited by the project as I am. He's even going to start on some prototypes."
- "I'm so excited to see you again – I feel just like a teenager!"
- "Simon Pinklespit, a minor investor, got the others very excited - he spoke for nearly an hour about on-site efficiency reviews."
Exercise 1
Complete the sentences below according to the dialogue you just heard.
When Brian Jones enters the office, he is .
Brian has come to tell Bruno about .
Before Brian appeared, Bruno was .
When Brian Jones enters the office, he is .
Brian has come to tell Bruno about .
Before Brian appeared, Bruno was .
Complete the sentences below according to the dialogue you just heard.
When Brian Jones enters the office, he is excited 1.
Brian has come to tell Bruno about the company's new phones 2.
Before Brian appeared, Bruno was meditating 3.
When Brian Jones enters the office, he is excited 1.
Brian has come to tell Bruno about the company's new phones 2.
Before Brian appeared, Bruno was meditating 3.
1 excited: This is correct. Brian is very "excited" due to the arrival of the new phones. He has trouble articulating real words because of his excitement.
1 anxious: This is incorrect. "Anxious" generally describes "nervousness" or "stress", though it can sometimes describe anticipation (I am anxious to discover what happens next). Brian's behavior in this scene is more excited than "anxious".
1 apologetic: This is incorrect. An "apologetic" person expresses that they are "sorry" or "remorseful" about something. For example: The waiter was apologetic after we told him we found a fly in our soup.
1 bored: This is incorrect. A "bored" person feels dull, repetitive, tedious, or unexcited about something. For example: With nothing to do all day, Horatio was so bored that he decided to read a book.
2 the company's new phones: This is correct. Brian has come to tell Bruno about the arrival of the new Mega Wega Dega phones, which is very exciting news. Brian specifically wants Bruno to record a message using the new phones.
2 a problem with the phones: This is incorrect. Brian mentions no problems with the phones.
2 a personal problem: This is incorrect. Brian mentions no problems, personal or otherwise.
2 an important phone call: This is incorrect. Brian hasn't come to discuss an important phone call.
3 meditating: This is correct. Bruno asks Brian why he has interrupted his (Bruno's) meditation. He later informs Brian that he is wearing a towel. Both indicate that Bruno was meditating before Brian arrived.
3 sleeping: This is incorrect. Bruno is awake when Brian enters his office. Bruno never says that he was sleeping.
3 bathing: This is incorrect. Although Bruno does inform Brian that he is wearing a towel, he mentions that he was "meditating", not bathing.
3 on the phone: This is incorrect. There is no indication that Bruno was on the phone when Brian entered the office. Bruno tells Brian that he has interrupted Bruno's meditation.
Exercise 2
Several interesting terms and expressions are used in this conversation.
Select the definition that best corresponds to the terms and idioms below.
1. Warbuckle has a lavish lifestyle. --> He has a lifestyle.
2. He stepped into the street carelessly. --> He stepped into the street .
3. Don't bother me! --> Don't me!
Bonus question! Blowing one's nose is associated with the action of .
Select the definition that best corresponds to the terms and idioms below.
1. Warbuckle has a lavish lifestyle. --> He has a lifestyle.
2. He stepped into the street carelessly. --> He stepped into the street .
3. Don't bother me! --> Don't me!
Bonus question! Blowing one's nose is associated with the action of .
Several interesting terms and expressions are used in this conversation.
Select the definition that best corresponds to the terms and idioms below.
1. Warbuckle has a lavish lifestyle. --> He has a fancy 1 lifestyle.
2. He stepped into the street carelessly. --> He stepped into the street without concern 2.
3. Don't bother me! --> Don't disturb 3 me!
Bonus question! Blowing one's nose is associated with the action of sneezing 4.
Select the definition that best corresponds to the terms and idioms below.
1. Warbuckle has a lavish lifestyle. --> He has a fancy 1 lifestyle.
2. He stepped into the street carelessly. --> He stepped into the street without concern 2.
3. Don't bother me! --> Don't disturb 3 me!
Bonus question! Blowing one's nose is associated with the action of sneezing 4.
1 fancy: This is the correct choice. The adjective "lavish" refers to something that is extraordinary, extravagant or even decorative. It can also refer to something of high quality, usually an expensive or costly item. The word "fancy" expresses a similar meaning: extraordinary or extravagant. These two terms are synonymous in this context. In his conversation, Bruno refers to Harold's "lavish lifestyle".
1 alternative: This is an incorrect choice. The term "alternative" refers to a different choice or option. Example: The other alternative to a beach holiday is going whale watching in Norway. An "alternative lifestyle" is one that is considered different from normal, such as a homosexual lifestyle for example. Many hippies and "new age followers" are said to have "alternative lifestyles" and may believe in "alternative medicine" which covers any type of treatment apart from conventional medicine. There is no similarity between the terms "lavish" and "alternative".
1 exciting: This is an incorrect choice. If something is "exciting" it arouses feelings of great enthusiasm or eagerness. This is not the meaning of the word "lavish".
1 problematic: This is an incorrect choice. When something is "problematic" it creates or contains a lot of problems or difficulties. This is not the meaning of the word "lavish".
2 without concern: This is the correct choice. If something is done "carelessly" it is done without concern or prudence. The two words are similar in meaning.
2 courageously: This is an incorrect choice. To do something "courageously" is to do it with bravery, boldness or without fear. This is not the meaning of "carelessly".
2 proudly: This is an incorrect choice. To do something "proudly" is to do it with "confidence" or "self-satisfaction" or even "arrogance". This is not the meaning of "carelessly".
2 quickly: This is an incorrect choice. If something is done "quickly", then it is done rapidly, in a "hurry" or without spending much time. This is not the meaning of "carelessly".
3 disturb: This is the correct choice. In this context, the verb "to bother" means to "interrupt" or "disturb" someone. In this conversation, Bruno wants to leave the Jacuzzi and go to a place where he and Harold can speak without being "bothered".
3 insult: This is an incorrect choice. To "insult" someone is to criticize them, call them names and generally offend them. This is not the meaning of the verb "to bother".
3 criticise: This is an incorrect choice. To "criticise" or "criticize" (US) someone is to judge them and point out their faults. This term is unrelated to the verb "to bother".
3 patronise: This is an incorrect choice. To "patronise" or "patronize" (US) someone is to speak to them in a condescending manner, as if they were a child for example. This term is unrelated to the verb "to bother". On another note, the verb "to patronise" can mean to visit or frequent an establishment, for example: I often patronise this bar.
4 sneezing: This is the correct choice. The action of "blowing one's nose" is closely related to "sneezing". To "blow one's nose" is to expel the contents of the nose to clear it, usually into a handkerchief or tissue. A "sneeze" is an involuntary movement of air from the chest, sent through the nose. It often occurs due to allergies or illnesses such as colds and the flu. Although these two actions are distinct, they often follow one another. After you sneeze, you often blow your nose.
4 yelling: This is an incorrect choice. To "yell" means to shout or cry out in surprise, pain or delight. This is not an action closely associated with "blowing one's nose".
4 talking: This is an incorrect choice. To "talk" means to communicate with someone else through words. This is not an action closely associated with "blowing one's nose".
4 singing: This is an incorrect choice. To "sing" means to use one's voice to produce a musical tune. This is not an action closely associated with "blowing one's nose".
Exercise 3
Several interesting terms and expressions are used in this conversation.
Select the definition that best corresponds to the terms and idioms below.
Warbuckle has a lavish lifestyle. --> He has a/an lifestyle.
He stepped into the street carelessly. --> He stepped into the street .
'Are you kidding Harold?' --> Bruno is asking Warbuckle if he is .
Select the definition that best corresponds to the terms and idioms below.
Warbuckle has a lavish lifestyle. --> He has a/an lifestyle.
He stepped into the street carelessly. --> He stepped into the street .
'Are you kidding Harold?' --> Bruno is asking Warbuckle if he is .
Several interesting terms and expressions are used in this conversation.
Select the definition that best corresponds to the terms and idioms below.
Warbuckle has a lavish lifestyle. --> He has a/an fancy 1 lifestyle.
He stepped into the street carelessly. --> He stepped into the street without concern 2.
'Are you kidding Harold?' --> Bruno is asking Warbuckle if he is joking 3.
Select the definition that best corresponds to the terms and idioms below.
Warbuckle has a lavish lifestyle. --> He has a/an fancy 1 lifestyle.
He stepped into the street carelessly. --> He stepped into the street without concern 2.
'Are you kidding Harold?' --> Bruno is asking Warbuckle if he is joking 3.
1 fancy: This is the correct choice. The adjective 'lavish' refers to something that is extraordinary, extravagant or even decorative. It can also refer to something of high quality, usually an expensive or costly item. The word 'fancy' expresses a similar meaning: extraordinary or extravagant. These two terms are synonymous in this context. In his conversation, Bruno refers to Harold's 'lavish lifestyle'.
1 alternative: This is an incorrect choice. The term 'alternative' refers to a different choice or option. Example: The other alternative to a beach holiday is going whale watching in Norway. An 'alternative lifestyle' is one that is considered different from normal, such as a homosexual lifestyle for example. Many hippies and 'new age followers' are said to have 'alternative lifestyles' and may believe in 'alternative medicine' which covers any type of treatment apart from conventional medicine. There is no similarity between the terms 'lavish' and 'alternative'.
1 exciting: This is an incorrect choice. If something is 'exciting' it arouses feelings of great enthusiasm or eagerness. This is not the meaning of the word 'lavish'.
1 problematic: This is an incorrect choice. When something is 'problematic' it creates or contains a lot of problems or difficulties. This is not the meaning of the word 'lavish'.
2 without concern: This is the correct choice. If something is done 'carelessly' it is done without concern or prudence. The two words are similar in meaning.
2 courageously: This is an incorrect choice. To do something 'courageously' is to do it with bravery, boldness or without fear. This is not the meaning of 'carelessly'.
2 proudly: This is an incorrect choice. To do something 'proudly' is to do it with 'confidence' or 'self-satisfaction' or even 'arrogance'. This is not the meaning of 'carelessly'.
2 quickly: This is an incorrect choice. If something is done 'quickly', then it is done rapidly, in a 'hurry' or without spending much time. This is not the meaning of 'carelessly'.
3 joking: 'To kid' is synonymous with 'to joke' or 'to tease'. The question 'Are you kidding?' indicates that something is surprising or difficult to believe. It is generally said in response to something 'stunning' or 'surprising'. Example: 'Even though I have no money, I bought a diamond necklace. -Are you kidding me?' There are many variations of this expression: 'I'm just kidding', 'I'm just kidding around', etc. Bruno cannot believe that Warbuckle is unaware of how much money he is wasting and says, 'Are you kidding, Harold? Look around you!'
3 in debt: This is an incorrect choice. Although clearly Harold has problems with money, in this instance Bruno is not asking if Harold is 'in debt' or if he owes money to his bank or his creditors.
3 crazy: This is an incorrect choice. Bruno is not asking Harold if he is crazy. A 'crazy' person is mad or insane.
3 laughing: This is an incorrect choice. The verb 'to kid' is not synonymous with 'to laugh'. 'To laugh (at someone)' is to express amusement (often at someone's expense).
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