EXCITE
/ɪkˈsaɪt/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of EXCITE
To stir the emotions of.
"The fireworks which opened the festivities excited anyone present."
To arouse or bring out (e.g. feelings); to stimulate.
"Favoritism tends to excite jealousy in the ones not being favored."
To cause an electron to move to a higher than normal state; to promote an electron to an outer level.
"By applying electric potential to the neon atoms, the electrons become excited, then emit a photon when returning to normal."
Examples of EXCITE in a Sentence
- "The fireworks which opened the festivities excited anyone present."
- "Favoritism tends to excite jealousy in the ones not being favored."
- "By applying electric potential to the neon atoms, the electrons become excited, then emit a photon when returning to normal."
Word Details
Is EXCITE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, EXCITE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: EXCITE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for EXCITE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | x | c | i | t | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| WWF | 1 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in EXCITE
17 words from the letters in EXCITE
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3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use EXCITE in Word Games
EXCITE is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, EXCITE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble EXCITE to find 17 additional valid words.