thrill

1. N-COUNT If something gives you a thrill, it gives you a sudden feeling of great excitement, pleasure, or fear. (突然的) 激动; 狂喜; 恐惧

I can remember the thrill of not knowing what I would get on Christmas morning. 我记得，在不知道圣诞节早上会收到何种礼物时自己的激动心情。

2. V-T/V-I If something thrills you, or if you thrill at it, it gives you a feeling of great pleasure and excitement. 使激动; 感到激动

The electric atmosphere both terrified and thrilled him. 这种紧张的气氛使他既害怕又激动。

3. →see also thrilled , thrilling