hair-raiser

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Noun hair-raiser has 1 sense

hair-raiser, chiller - excitation that makes your hair stand up or that chills your bones; "the movie was an old-fashioned hair-raiser"
--₁ is a kind of excitation, excitement

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Hair-raiser

Noun

1. A person, event, or experience that is extremely thrilling, frightening, or intense.

Example sentence: The roller coaster at the amusement park was a hair-raiser, leaving everyone screaming in terror and excitement.

Noun

2. A book or film that is thrilling, suspenseful, or horror-inducing.

Example sentence: "The Shining" by Stephen King is a well-known hair-raiser that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

Adjective

1. Causing extreme excitement, fear, or trepidation.

Example sentence: The haunted house attraction was a hair-raiser experience, with actors dressed as zombies jumping out at visitors.

Adjective

2. Informal term used to describe someone or something edgy, exciting, or provocative.

Example sentence: The fashion show showcased a collection of hair-raiser outfits, pushing the boundaries of traditional styles.