more than a little excited, shocked, etc.
more than a little
Very; significantly. Usually said of a particular emotion. I'm more than a little disappointed that you won't be coming to the wedding, I must say. Tom is more than a little excited about starting his new job.
See also: little, more
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
more than a little exˈcited, ˈshocked, etc.
quite or very excited, shocked, etc: Peter was more than a little disappointed not to be chosen for the team. I was more than a little surprised to see it still there two days later.See also: little, more
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- choked with emotion
- choked by emotion
- inspire (something) in (someone)
- inspire in
- blush with
- blush with (an emotion)
- instill
- instill (someone) with (something)
- instill with
- be devoured by (something)