enthusiasm (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈθuːziæzəm/

Definition

A feeling of great excitement and eagerness about something.

Examples

• He approached the new project with incredible enthusiasm.

• Her enthusiasm for learning new languages was infectious.

• Despite the challenges, their enthusiasm never waned.

How to Use enthusiasm

enthusiasm for (prepositional phrase)

Showing great excitement or eagerness about a particular subject or activity. — "He has a lot of enthusiasm for playing the guitar."

with enthusiasm (prepositional phrase)

In a way that shows great excitement and eagerness. — "She tackled the difficult task with enthusiasm."

Synonyms of enthusiasm

Words with a similar meaning to enthusiasm:

• interest
• excitement
• passion
• zeal

Antonyms of enthusiasm

Words with the opposite meaning to enthusiasm:

• apathy
• indifference

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