AI-generated image

enthusiasm

/ɛnˈθjuːziəzəm/ noun · British & US

Valid in UKValid in US

What does enthusiasm mean?

noun

A feeling of enthusiastic support or enthusiasm for something. A strong and sincere enthusiasm for a particular activity or interest.

Example

"She showed great enthusiasm for the new project, and her team was inspired by her energy."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Etymologically related

Greek: enthousiasmos (εὐθύς, 'inwardly' + θύσις, 'possession'), enthusiasm Latin: enthousiasmos (from Greek), enthusiasm French: enthousiasme (from Latin), enthusiasm German: Enthusiasmus (from Latin), enthusiasm

Synonyms for enthusiasm

passion zeal ardor fervor eagerness excitement

Antonyms of enthusiasm

apathy indifference disinterest

Rhymes with enthusiasm

enthusiasm allegism anarchism humanism