1. to make someone feel very happy, eager, or enthusiastic
2. to cause a particular feeling or reaction
3. to cause something to become active or to increase in activity
Usage: scientific

Examples

• The news of the trip excited the children.
• The movie trailer excited audiences worldwide.
• The discovery excited great interest among scientists.
• Loud noises can excite the dog and make it bark.
• The medication may excite the nervous system.
• The announcement excited controversy in the media.
• Bright lights excite the neurons in the eye.