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en·thu·si·asm

Pronounced:

/ɪnˈθu:ziˌæzəm, Brit ɪnˈθju:ziˌæzəm/Listen to audio

Function:

noun

Inflected forms:

plural en·thu·si·asms

Meaning:

1 [noncount] : strong excitement about something : a strong feeling of active interest in something that you like or enjoy ▪ The party supported its candidate with enthusiasm. ▪ He seems to lack enthusiasm for the work he's doing.
2 [count] : something causing a feeling of excitement and active interest : a hobby that someone feels enthusiastic about ▪ Among his latest enthusiasms are sailing and fishing.
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