titillation

/ˌtɪtɪˈleɪʃən/
noun
  1. A feeling of excitement or interest, often from something slightly shocking or teasing.
    • The gossip column provided a mild titillation for its readers.
    • The novel offered intellectual titillation rather than cheap thrills.
    • There was a sense of titillation in the air as the magician began his trick.
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