excitability
UK/ik.saitә'biliti/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
The tendency to become easily excited or aroused; (biology) responsiveness to stimulation
易兴奋性；激动性；（生物）应激性
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedexcitableout of, former
+
-itymove, rouse, excite
=excitability
excitable + -ity (state/quality noun) = the quality of being excitable. A technical/abstract noun common in psychology and biology (neural excitability).
Example Sentences
- 1.
Caffeine can increase the excitability of nerve cells.
- 2.
Her natural excitability made her a lively, energetic host.