Meaning of exhilarating in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɪɡˈzɪləˌreɪdɪŋ/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    exhilarating

    Definitions

    1. making lively and cheerful

    Examples

    • « the exhilarating effect of mountain air »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. making lively and joyful

    Synonyms

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