Thrilled

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "Thrilled" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to express a strong feeling of excitement or happiness about something. Example: "I am thrilled to announce that we have successfully completed the project ahead of schedule."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Formal & Business

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

Not professionally Andy, but you will be thrilled to know that football's biggest cheese did play as a striker at an amateur level for a number of years in Switzerland.

The Guardian - Sport

Gregory R. Raifman, President of Rubicon Project, said: "Rubicon Project is thrilled to have our technology and innovative approach to powering co-operatives selected to support the ground-breaking Pangaea Alliance.

The Guardian

Not surprisingly, the public is less than thrilled to learn the government has been secretly negotiating a shadowy agreement in their name.

The Guardian

The Guardian pioneered data journalism, and I'm thrilled by the prospect of working with some of the most talented names in journalism to build world class data-driven storytelling and new formats to cover global news events".

The Guardian

Eugenie Harvey, the director of the 10 10 campaign, which is supported by the Guardian, said: "We couldn't be more thrilled that the zoos have joined us in this national effort to cut 10%.

The Guardian

You take your pictures, drop the film off at the nearest photo developing shop (and, to be fair, they'll probably be thrilled by your custom in this day and age) and then the photos are yours to keep.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

Angharad Tomos, children's author, Welsh language champion, political campaigner, is fresh back from a trip to Scotland where she was thrilled and inspired by the independence debate.

The Guardian

In L'Assommoir, the French public were thrilled to find characters who were ruled by their bodies and by the most basic of human instincts; they swore, used the slang of the streets, and had no time for moralising or philosophy.

The Guardian - Books

"I'm thrilled for the show and for Trevor," he said.

The Guardian - TV & Radio

After the anecdotal intimacies of the award-winning Toast, the mouth-watering riches of The Kitchen Diaries, here at OFM we're absolutely thrilled to be extracting his brilliant new book Eating for England.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

Aren't you just thrilled to know that smart folks have already figured out ways to remotely set the controls for the heart of a self-driving car?

The Guardian - Opinion

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "thrilled" to convey a strong feeling of excitement and delight. It's appropriate for both formal and informal contexts, but consider synonyms like "delighted" or "elated" for subtle differences in tone.

Common error

Avoid using "thrilled" when a milder expression of satisfaction, such as "happy" or "pleased", would be more appropriate. Overusing strong adjectives can dilute their impact.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "thrilled" is as an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun to describe a state of intense excitement or delight. Ludwig examples confirm this usage, showing it describing feelings about events or announcements.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

60%

Formal & Business

20%

Science

10%

Less common in

Academia

3%

Encyclopedias

3%

Wiki

4%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "thrilled" is a commonly used adjective to express intense excitement or delight. Ludwig AI confirms that it is grammatically correct and widely used in diverse contexts. It is most frequently found in News & Media. While its usage is generally appropriate, remember to avoid overuse and to consider synonyms such as "delighted" or "elated" for subtle variations in tone. Be aware of the communicative intention and avoid exaggeration.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

Delighted

Implies a high degree of pleasure and satisfaction, very close in meaning to "thrilled".

Excited

A more general term for enthusiasm; less intense than "thrilled".

Elated

Suggests a feeling of great happiness and triumph, slightly more elevated than "thrilled".

Jubilant

Expresses great joy and celebration, stronger and more public than "thrilled".

Overjoyed

Indicates extreme happiness, possibly more intense than "thrilled" depending on context.

Ecstatic

Suggests a state of overwhelming happiness, significantly stronger than "thrilled".

On cloud nine

An idiomatic expression indicating extreme happiness, more figurative than "thrilled".

Walking on air

Another idiomatic expression suggesting a feeling of lightness and happiness, similar to being "thrilled".

Pleased as punch

An informal idiom expressing great satisfaction, offering a more folksy alternative to "thrilled".

Tickled pink

An informal expression indicating amusement and pleasure, less intense than "thrilled".

FAQs

How to use "thrilled" in a sentence?

You can use "thrilled" to express great excitement or delight, like "I am thrilled to announce our success" or "She was thrilled by the news".

What can I say instead of "thrilled"?

You can use alternatives like "delighted", "excited", or "elated" depending on the context.

When is it appropriate to use "thrilled"?

"Thrilled" is appropriate when you want to convey a strong feeling of excitement or delight about something, whether it's a personal achievement, good news, or a positive experience.

Is "thrilled" too strong of a word in some situations?

Yes, using "thrilled" in contexts where a milder expression is suitable can sound insincere or exaggerated. Consider using "happy" or "pleased" in more neutral situations.