Synonyms for "thrilled"
13 kid-friendly synonyms for thrilled, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "thrilled" mean?
The word thrilled is an adjective that means: feeling really, really excited.
Example: "I was thrilled to see snow!"
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for thrilled
Younger kids can use these in place of "thrilled":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for thrilled
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for thrilled
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of thrilled (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of thrilled:
FAQ — synonyms for thrilled
What is a good synonym for thrilled in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try happy. For older students, "delighted" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does thrilled have?
We list 13 grade-appropriate synonyms for thrilled across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is thrilled a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, thrilled is used as an adjective.
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