enthused; enthusing
1
: to make enthusiastic
is enthused about the project
2
: to express with enthusiasm
: to show enthusiasm
… a splendid performance, and I was enthusing over it …—
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Usage of Enthuse
Enthuse is apparently American in origin, although the earliest known example of its use occurs in a letter written in 1827 by a young Scotsman who spent about two years in the Pacific Northwest. It has been disapproved since about 1870. Current evidence shows it to be flourishing nonetheless on both sides of the Atlantic especially in journalistic prose.
Examples of enthuse in a Sentence
“This dinner is wonderful!” he enthused.
His presentation failed to enthuse the committee.
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—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 30 May 2026
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—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 11 May 2026
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K.j. Yossman, Variety, 30 May 2026
Much like today, people who are excited about smart home tech will likely go big on it, while those who aren’t as enthused may pass it over.
—Madeline Bilis, The Spruce, 30 May 2026
In an interview with WWD for the occasion, Drut enthused about Osanna’s personal involvement and hands-on approach that involves harvesting bamboo herself from forests near Milan.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
Allen is particularly enthused to pair Thieneman with free-agent newcomer Coby Bryant, giving the Bears two playmakers on the back end with a strong combination of speed and versatility.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 11 May 2026
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“Enthuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enthuse. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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enthuse
verb
en·thuse
in-ˈth(y)üz 
enthused; enthusing
1
: to make enthusiastic
2
: to show enthusiasm
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