subthrill

/sʌbˈθrɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A secondary or lesser thrill, or a smaller area of intense excitement or enjoyment, especially in a performance or spectacle.

“The fireworks display had a subthrill in the finale when the sky lit up with a thousand stars.”

2. verb

To experience or be affected by a secondary or lesser thrill.

“The crowd began to subthrill as the rollercoaster approached the steep drop.”

Synonyms

  • excitement
  • rush
  • thrill

Antonyms

  • dullness
  • tedium