excite
ex·cite / ikˈsīt/ • v. [tr.] 1. cause strong feelings of enthusiasm and eagerness in (someone): flying still excites me. ∎ arouse (someone) sexually: his kiss thrilled and excited her.2. bring out or give rise to (a feeling or reaction): the ability to excite interest in others.3. produce a state of increased energy or activity in (a physical or biological system): the energy of an electron is sufficient to excite the atom.
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