Excited ɪkˈsaɪtɪd I Adjective Staff Heard Bonus Opportunity

• staff got excited when they heard they were getting a bonus.
• i am really excited about the opportunity to work with her.
• the children were excited about opening their presents.
• i'm really excited at the prospect of working abroad.

excited

1. feeling or showing happiness and enthusiasm
• Staff got excited when they heard they were getting a bonus.
• I am really excited about the opportunity to work with her.
• The children were excited about opening their presents.
• I'm really excited at the prospect of working abroad.
• She was very excited at becoming a great aunt.
• Don't get too excited by the sight of your name in print.
• I'm so excited for you!
• I woke up bright and early, excited for the day ahead.
• He was very excited to be asked to play for Wales.
• He is very excited that he will get to meet his idol.
• The new restaurant is nothing to get excited about (= not particularly good).
• An excited crowd of people gathered around her.

Extra Examples

• The buzz of excited chatter was quite deafening.
• Maura tried not to look overly excited.
• He was puzzled but strangely excited by the commotion.
2. nervous or upset and unable to relax
• Some horses become excited when they're in traffic.
3. feeling sexual desire