hagride

/hæɡˈrɪd/ (HAG-rid)

Definitions

1. verb

to excite or stir up violently, often in a sudden and powerful way

“The news hagride the community, sparking widespread protests.”

2. noun

a sudden and powerful stirring or excitement, often of violent or intense kind

“The hagride in the crowd was palpable as the rockstar took the stage.”

Synonyms

  • electrify
  • galvanize

Antonyms

  • calm
  • soothe