Excitability
noun
The quality of being easily excited or agitated.
His excitable nature makes him behave rashly at times.
Often appears as...
- show excitable behaviour
- high level of excitable
noun
In physiology, it's the ability to respond to certain stimuli.
The excitable cells in the heart contract in response to electrical stimuli.
Often appears as...
- excitable cardiac tissue
- excitable cells
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
noun
The quality of being easily excited or agitated.
His excitable nature makes him behave rashly at times.
Often appears as...
- show excitable behaviour
- high level of excitable
noun
In physiology, it's the ability to respond to certain stimuli.
The excitable cells in the heart contract in response to electrical stimuli.
Often appears as...
- excitable cardiac tissue
- excitable cells
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Aspect
Refers to someone's tendency to react with strong emotions, often quickly.
Her excitability made the surprise party an overwhelming experience.
Pro Tip 2/3Potential Negativity
Sometimes implies a lack of control or professionalism; may be seen negatively in formal situations.
His excitability during meetings was perceived as unprofessional by his colleagues.
Pro Tip 3/3Intensity Variance
This trait can vary greatly among individuals; some may show mild excitability, while others, extreme.
Unlike her brother's mild interest, Lucy's high excitability at the theme park was infectious.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Aspect
Refers to someone's tendency to react with strong emotions, often quickly.
Her excitability made the surprise party an overwhelming experience.
Pro Tip 2/3Potential Negativity
Sometimes implies a lack of control or professionalism; may be seen negatively in formal situations.
His excitability during meetings was perceived as unprofessional by his colleagues.
Pro Tip 3/3Intensity Variance
This trait can vary greatly among individuals; some may show mild excitability, while others, extreme.
Unlike her brother's mild interest, Lucy's high excitability at the theme park was infectious.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Aspect
Refers to someone's tendency to react with strong emotions, often quickly.
Her excitability made the surprise party an overwhelming experience.
Pro Tip 2/3Potential Negativity
Sometimes implies a lack of control or professionalism; may be seen negatively in formal situations.
His excitability during meetings was perceived as unprofessional by his colleagues.
Pro Tip 3/3Intensity Variance
This trait can vary greatly among individuals; some may show mild excitability, while others, extreme.
Unlike her brother's mild interest, Lucy's high excitability at the theme park was infectious.
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