1
as in latest
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
this year's enthusiasm is often next year's laughingstock
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2
as in thirst
urgent desire or interest
in my enthusiasm to get going, I forgot to pack any foul-weather clothing
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3
as in intensity
depth of feeling
spoke about wildlife conservation with evident enthusiasm
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Recent Examples of enthusiasm
The force gives Mercury power and enthusiasm to act correctly and with greatness.
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Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 17 July 2025
The latest data could be good news for the Democratic Party, which saw nearly half as much enthusiasm in a poll taken in the October ahead of the 2022 midterm elections.
—Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 17 July 2025
It was never built, because understanding dolphin language was never a research priority, but the whole project just feels very 1970s in its inspiration and enthusiasm.
—Eva Amsen, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
Crucially for Spurs, that enthusiasm in possession doesn’t wane without it.
—Thom Harris, New York Times, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for enthusiasm
Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 17 July 2025
The latest data could be good news for the Democratic Party, which saw nearly half as much enthusiasm in a poll taken in the October ahead of the 2022 midterm elections.
—Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 17 July 2025
It was never built, because understanding dolphin language was never a research priority, but the whole project just feels very 1970s in its inspiration and enthusiasm.
—Eva Amsen, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
Crucially for Spurs, that enthusiasm in possession doesn’t wane without it.
—Thom Harris, New York Times, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiasm
Noun
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The latests deaths included three residents of long-term care facilities in Dallas, as well as a Balch Springs man in his 20s and a Dallas man in his 60s.—
Dana Branham,
Dallas News,
30 Apr. 2020
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That equates to more than 45 million Americans using CBD products, based on latest available U.S. Census estimates.—
Brendan Bures,
chicagotribune.com,
2 Oct. 2019
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Responsible for maintaining the soft, steady music of our autonomic nervous system, the hypothalamus, through a mix of direct action or hormonal release, governs everything from body temperature and blood pressure to hunger and thirst, digestion, sleep-wake cycles, and mood.—
Tom Zeller Jr.
July 30,
Literary Hub,
30 July 2025
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How to Stop Milk Cravings Cravings for milk can be caused by thirst, hunger, or emotional triggers.—
Kelly Burch,
Verywell Health,
28 July 2025
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That seemed reasonable: the intensity of the grief was enveloping, a veil of sorrow that van Wessel, a father to twins himself, was loath to make worse with his own presence.—
Joshua Yaffa,
New Yorker,
2 Aug. 2025
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Kyiv is increasing the intensity of its drone attacks into Russia.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The Hall of Fame was around long before the memorabilia craze of the late 1980s and early 1990s, of course.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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The initial meme stock craze eventually fizzled out.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
23 July 2025
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And that’s why there’s a mutual excitement about the possibilities that can come out of this collaborative effort.—
Mary Ramsey
July 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 July 2025
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Heather raises her hands in the air as Haack can be seen beaming with excitement.—
Natalia Senanayake,
People.com,
28 July 2025
Noun
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This process of moving around the league, having to keep stopping and starting brought about a range of emotions for Johnson, especially doubt and loneliness.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
28 July 2025
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In showcasing everything from Norman Rockwell to Charles Schulz, Lucas’s idea is to tap into human emotions/connections in response to this visual storytelling.—
Tiffany Leigh,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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The study attributed the trend to a rise in sea-surface temperatures due to climate change.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Aug. 2025
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The motivation behind the trend is understandable—no one wants sticky detergent dripping all over their hands or laundry room.—
Kendall Bettle,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Aug. 2025
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But during his brief tenure, Pascal is dynamic, channeling a man whose appetites vacillate between control and impulsivity, charisma and combat.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
31 July 2025
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Higher capital requirements can considerably diminish a bank’s balance sheet and credit supply, dampen risk appetite and potentially impact availabilities of discretionary funds.—
Ruxandra Iordache,
CNBC,
30 July 2025
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“Enthusiasm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiasm. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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