English · Emotions & Feelings
enthusiasm
/ɪnˈθjuː.zi.æz.əm/
[/ɪnˈθjuː.zi.æz.əm/]
eager interest
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A strong feeling of excited interest in or enjoyment of something.
Example
Her enthusiasm for the new project was so infectious that the whole team felt energised.
Her enthusiasm for the new project was so infectious that the whole team felt energised.
Etymology
From Greek 'enthousiasmos' (divine inspiration), from 'entheos' (god within).
How & Where It’s Used
Expresses keen, energetic eagerness for an activity or idea.