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DictionarykickThrill or enjoyment
noun

kick

A strong stimulating effect.

This strong coffee gives me a kick every morning.

Etymology

The stimulating sense compares an effect with a sudden kick. A strong drink, thrill, or other stimulus feels as though it delivers a brisk jolt.

More examples

  • The hot sauce adds a kick to the soup.
  • I get a kick out of solving tricky puzzles.
  • They ride roller coasters for kicks.

Forms

kick · kicks

Similar words

thrill
Emphasizes intense excitement rather than a substance's stimulating effect.
buzz
Often suggests a lingering feeling of excitement or mild intoxication.
jolt
Emphasizes a sudden burst of stimulation, not necessarily pleasure.