enthusiastic

[ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪk]

enthusiastic Definition

having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

Using enthusiastic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "enthusiastic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The audience was enthusiastic about the performance.

  • Example

    She is an enthusiastic supporter of the arts.

  • Example

    He gave an enthusiastic speech at the conference.

  • Example

    The new employees are very enthusiastic about their work.

enthusiastic Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for enthusiastic

Antonyms for enthusiastic

Idioms Using enthusiastic

  • to be extremely excited and enthusiastic about something

    Example

    The children were jumping up and down with enthusiasm when they saw the presents under the Christmas tree.

  • to be very eager and enthusiastic about doing something

    Example

    She was as enthusiastic as a beaver when it came to organizing events for the club.

  • to be very eager and enthusiastic about something, often in an innocent and naive way

    Example

    He was as enthusiastic as a puppy when he started his new job.

Phrases with enthusiastic

  • loud and energetic clapping as a sign of approval or appreciation

    Example

    The audience gave enthusiastic applause after the performance.

  • a warm and positive welcome or response to something

    Example

    The new product received an enthusiastic reception from customers.

  • an eager and willing agreement or approval

    Example

    The team gave enthusiastic consent to the new project proposal.

Origins of enthusiastic

from Greek 'enthousiastikos', meaning 'inspired'

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Summary: enthusiastic in Brief

The term 'enthusiastic' [ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪk] describes intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval. It can be applied to people, actions, and things, such as 'She is an enthusiastic supporter of the arts.' 'Enthusiastic' extends into phrases like 'enthusiastic applause,' and idioms like 'enthusiastic as a beaver,' denoting eagerness, and 'jumping up and down with enthusiasm,' denoting extreme excitement.

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