noun

thriller

thriller

It was a classic spy thriller.

It was a classic spy thriller.

He is the author of several thrillers.

He is the author of several thrillers.

a ((adjective)) thriller a thriller of a certain type It was a classic spy thriller.

Synonyms: suspense, mystery

From 'thrill' + '-er' (agent noun suffix), meaning 'something that thrills'.

A *thriller* is a book or film that gives you a *thrill*.

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