Excitement (noun)

1. A feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness.
2. The state of being emotionally aroused and worked up.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french excitement, from latin excitamentum, from excitare "arouse".

Examples:

1. There was a lot of excitement leading up to the concert.
2. He felt a rush of excitement as he crossed the finish line.
3. The news of the birth of a royal baby caused excitement around the world.
4. She couldn't contain her excitement at meeting her favorite celebrity.
5. The game was filled with excitement and kept the audience on the edge of their seats.