exhilarating; thrilling; intensely pleasurable
Describes a deeply satisfying, refreshing, and exciting feeling, often from a clear resolution, a witty remark, or an enjoyable spectacle. Common in phrases like 痛快な気分 or 痛快な物語.
彼の痛快なスピーチに会場が沸いた。
The audience erupted at his thrilling speech.
This movie is packed with exhilarating action.
very thrilling; extremely delightful; intensely satisfying
thrilling; delightful; intensely satisfying
extremely thrilling; incredibly exciting
Composed of 痛 (pain, intense) and 快 (pleasure, comfort). The combination suggests a pleasure so intense it almost hurts, hence 'exhilarating' or 'thrilling'.