enthusiast
noun
en·thu·si·ast
in-ˈthü-zē-ˌast 
-əst,
en-
also -ˈthyü-
: a person filled with enthusiasm: such as
a
: one who is ardently attached to a cause, object, or pursuit
a sports car enthusiast
b
: one who tends to become ardently absorbed in an interest
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skiing enthusiasts can't wait for the first snowfall of the season
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Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The project has generated growing excitement among roller coaster enthusiasts online as more of the structure takes shape.
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Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
2 July 2026
At The North Face, the company has collaborated with Kim Kardashian’s Skims and other fashion brands, while also expanding its offerings for female outdoor enthusiasts.
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Alexa Lomonaco,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
For the dedicated enthusiast, the Wright Around Chicago bus tour, operated by the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust, is a comprehensive day out.
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Maya Chawla,
Architectural Digest,
1 July 2026
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“Enthusiast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enthusiast. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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enthusiast
noun
en·thu·si·ast
in-ˈth(y)ü-zē-ˌast
-əst
: a person filled with enthusiasm
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