thrilling
UK: ˈθrɪlɪŋ | US: ˈθrɪlɪŋ
adj. causing excitement or intense pleasure
adj. producing a sudden wave of emotion or adrenaline
adj. (of an experience or event) highly stimulating or suspenseful
The word "thrilling" originates from the Old English þyrlian ("to pierce"), which evolved to mean "to cause a sharp, shivering sensation" by the 16th century. The modern sense of "exhilarating excitement" emerged in the 19th century, metaphorically extending the physical sensation of being "pierced" by intense emotion. The suffix -ing turns the verb into an adjective, emphasizing the ongoing effect of the experience.
The roller coaster ride was absolutely thrilling.
She described her skydiving adventure as the most thrilling moment of her life.
The movie’s climax was so thrilling that the audience gasped.
His thrilling performance earned a standing ovation.
The detective novel kept me on the edge of my seat with its thrilling plot twists.