Enthusiasm - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ɪnˈθuːzɪæzəm|  American pronunciation of the word enthusiasm
Brit.  |ɪnˈθjuːzɪæz(ə)m|  British pronunciation of the word enthusiasm

noun

- a feeling of excitement
- overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval (syn: ebullience, exuberance)
- a lively interest
enthusiasm for his program is growing

Extra examples

The party supported its candidate with enthusiasm.

He seems to lack enthusiasm for the work he's doing.

Among his latest enthusiasms are sailing and fishing.

I was full of enthusiasm for the idea.

Gillian and Darren greeted the speakers with great enthusiasm.

We went along to the local diving club, full of enthusiasm.

They go about their tasks with little enthusiasm.

Britain's apparent lack of enthusiasm for such a scheme

Employers showed little enthusiasm for the new regulations.

He shares your enthusiasm for jazz.

I left university fired with enthusiasm for work.

A delay of two hours did not dampen their enthusiasm.

If you're excited about the product, your enthusiasm will communicate itself to customers.

His enthusiasm compensates for his lack of skill.

Our spirits were revived by his enthusiasm.

Word forms

noun
singular: enthusiasm
plural: enthusiasms
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