激动
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Meaning: excitement
How to Understand
激动
激动 refers to a strong emotional reaction, often positive, such as excitement or enthusiasm. It can also imply a sense of being moved or deeply affected by something.
The character 激 (jī) originally meant 'to stir up' or 'to agitate,' while 动 (dòng) means 'to move' or 'to act.' Together, they convey the idea of being stirred into action or feeling deeply moved.
激动 is commonly used in everyday language to describe feelings of excitement, such as when someone receives good news or experiences something thrilling. It's also used in more profound contexts, like being emotionally moved by a speech or performance.
Example Sentences
他听到中奖的消息后非常激动。
He was very excited after hearing he had won the lottery.
观众被演员的表演深深感动，全场响起了热烈的掌声。
The audience was deeply moved by the actor's performance, and the whole hall erupted into enthusiastic applause.