gusto
noun
gus·to
ˈgə-(ˌ)stō 
plural gustoes
1
a
: enthusiastic and vigorous enjoyment or appreciation
described the adventure with great gusto
b
: vitality marked by an abundance of vigor and enthusiasm
could not match the gusto of their competitors
c
: an individual or special taste
different gustoes
2
archaic
: artistic style
Examples of gusto in a Sentence
I don't have the gusto to go on a strenuous hike right now.
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Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 12 Dec. 2025
Either way, the band performed the songs with gusto.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2025
The Indian leader gave Putin a bear hug and a tight handshake with the gusto of an old friend.
—Rajesh Roy, Arkansas Online, 6 Dec. 2025
The Indian leader gave Putin a bear hug and a tight handshake with the gusto of an old friend.
—CBS News, 5 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for gusto
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“Gusto.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gusto. Accessed 28 Dec. 2025.
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gusto
noun
gus·to
ˈgəs-tō
: keen enjoyment or appreciation
eat with gusto
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