enthusiasm

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enthusiasm

Her enthusiasm for the astronomy project was contagious.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A feeling of energetic interest in a particular subject or activity and an eagerness to be involved in it: A strong, positive emotion characterized by excitement and dedication.
    • Something that arouses such a feeling: An object, activity, or cause that inspires keen interest and fervor.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • Her enthusiasm for learning languages is contagious.
    • The team was praised for its enthusiasm and hard work.
    • He gave the speech with great enthusiasm.
    • One of my great enthusiasms is classical music.
Advanced Usage
  • "to be full of enthusiasm": To be very eager and excited about something.
    • The new volunteers are full of enthusiasm for the project.
  • "to dampen someone's enthusiasm": To reduce someone's excitement or eagerness.
    • The rainy weather did not dampen their enthusiasm for the outdoor concert.
  • "initial/early enthusiasm": The excitement felt at the beginning of an endeavor.
    • His initial enthusiasm for the diet waned after a few weeks.
Variants and Related Words
  • Enthusiast (n): A person who is very interested in and involved with a particular subject or activity.
    • She is a real photography enthusiast.
  • Enthusiastic (adj): Having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
    • He received an enthusiastic welcome from the crowd.
  • Enthusiastically (adv): In a way that shows intense and eager enjoyment or approval.
    • The audience applauded enthusiastically.
Synonyms
  • Eagerness: Keen interest or impatient desire.
  • Zeal: Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective.
  • Passion: Strong and barely controllable emotion or intense interest.
  • Ardor: Enthusiasm or passion.
Antonyms
  • Apathy: Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
  • Indifference: Lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.
Related Idioms
  • "Bubble over with enthusiasm": To be so full of excitement that it is very obvious.
    • The children were bubbling over with enthusiasm on the first day of summer camp.
  • "Fire someone with enthusiasm": To inspire someone to feel very enthusiastic.
    • The coach's speech fired the team with enthusiasm for the final match.
enthusiasm

Her enthusiasm for the astronomy project was contagious.

Noun
  1. a lively interest
    • enthusiasm for his program is growing
  2. overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval
  3. a feeling of excitement