thrilled

[ thrild ]

adjective

1. feeling very pleased or happily excited; delighted:

   Following her exhilarating concert and a standing ovation, a visibly thrilled Ms. Anton sat down with the Times for an exclusive interview.

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of thrill.

Other Words From

• un·thrilled adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of thrilled¹

thrill ( def ) + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

Djokovic, meanwhile, was among those to leave a video message for Nadal, saying: "I have been very honoured and thrilled to be called your rival".

From BBC

"We’re thrilled they will journey down the yellow brick road, to the auction block and to a new home."

From BBC

Public school supporters have to be thrilled with what Simi Valley’s football team has accomplished this season in games against private schools.

From Los Angeles Times

For now, Ranieri must start winning for the fans who rushed to the airport to greet him and are thrilled to have him back at the helm.

From BBC

Trump said in a statement he was "thrilled to announce" Kennedy's nomination.

From BBC

Related Words

• elated