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frisson
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Definition of frisson:

frisson (noun):
noun. an almost pleasurable sensation of fright.
a brief moment of emotional excitement shudder, thrill
a feeling of coldness resulting from a cold or damp environment or from sudden fear

Synonyms for frisson:

fearexhilarationfearfulnesschillrushthrilltinglebootfrightshudder
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Antonyms for frisson:

monotonytediumdrearinesscalmsadnessdepressionennuiborediscouragementboredom

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