enthuse

Definition of enthusenext
as in to drool
to make an exaggerated display of affection or enthusiasm the neighbors invited us over just so we could enthuse over their new car

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Recent Examples of enthuse Local analysts have enthused that Kokuho’s success proves the enduring appeal of prestige storytelling on the big screen and the power of distinctly Japanese material among domestic audiences. Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 26 Nov. 2025 Friday, however, investors were enthused by remarks from New York Fed President John Williams, who suggested a chance for a December interest rate cut. Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 21 Nov. 2025 Jen is not particularly enthused, Mayci is suspicious of Demi’s motivations, and Taylor is skeptical about anyone taking real accountability. Olivia Crandall, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2025 The industry seemed enthused about the new venue, which is in close proximity to the agencies and Hollywood. Max Goldbart, Deadline, 14 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for enthuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthuse
Verb
  • This indulgent treat already has fans drooling—and many Costco members have been running to their local bakeries to see if the Cookie Bar Cake is still in stock.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2026
  • That’s a job for Hankton, who will still have an immensely talented unit, one most coaches would drool over.
    Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • If the devoted nun resembles the raving patient, does that not justify locking them away, protecting ourselves from their unsettling power?
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
  • The Age Perfect Eye Cream by L’Oréal Paris has shoppers raving about its hydrating, brightening, and smoothing ingredients that target multiple signs of aging all in one formula.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Cruz took to her own Instagram to gush about her excitement.
    Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2026
  • A day after meeting with Jeffrey Epstein in 2013, billionaire Richard Branson sent Epstein an email gushing about their time together.
    Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Emma looked around, confused at the adults fussing around him and too young, perhaps, to grasp the severity of the scene.
    Maeva Bambuck, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Need to put a filling dinner on the table, but don't have a lot of time to fuss?
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025

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“Enthuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthuse. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.

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