Thrill
verbA teenager goes on a roller coaster for the first time. As the car climbs to the top, his heart pounds. Then it drops suddenly, and he feels a rush of excitement mixed with a little fear. His hands shake, and he screams with joy. The experience is intense but pleasant. He wants to go again immediately. What does the roller coaster give him? It gives him a thrill.
Thrill means to cause a sudden, intense feeling of excitement, often mixed with a little fear or anticipation. Transport, by contrast, means to carry someone emotionally to another place or state, which may be calm or sorrowful, not necessarily exciting. So, thrill focuses on adrenaline, excitement, and often a physical rush. Transport focuses on being emotionally moved, which could be by joy, sadness, or wonder. In other words, a horror movie may thrill you with fear; a beautiful symphony may transport you to a peaceful state.
The news of her acceptance into the university thrilled the entire family.
He was thrilled by the fast‑paced car chase in the movie.
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