enthuse

verb

in-ˈthüz How to pronounce enthuse (audio)
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 Liu and Yu remain deeply grateful and visibly enthused to be able to tell the entirety of the main Avatar story, even if the double-renewal first came with a fake-out. — Entertainment Weekly, 3 June 2026 JPMorgan is enthused about Broadcom going into the quarter. — Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 3 June 2026 Even the Senate majority leader, John Thune, wasn’t enthused. — Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 2 June 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 See All Example Sentences for enthuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthuse
  1. drool
  2. rave
  3. gush
  4. fuss
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  • The clearest early warning is heavy, frantic panting when a dog has not been exercising, along with drooling, red or dark gums, weakness or vomiting.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026
  • Isaacs said the symptoms of heat stress or heat stroke include excessive panting, drooling, vomiting, seizures or collapse.
    — Renee Anderson, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Definition of drool
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  • Lagree is everywhere on social media right now, with celebrities and trainers raving about the burn from a machine called the Megaformer.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026
  • Some insiders rave about his power, defensive abilities and speed on the base paths.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026
Definition of rave
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  • Shocking video appeared to show unsuspecting shoppers looking at grocery items seconds before the roof collapsed, sending a large amount of water gushing into the business.
    — Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 6 July 2026
  • Hiltz gushed about how other athletes will correct anyone who misgenders Hiltz.
    — Lindsay Schnell, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of gush
Verb
  • Yes, teaching by example is often a better way of handling a challenge than fussing about it.
    — Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 17 June 2026
  • No need to fuss-up something that's just as delicious prepared simply.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
Definition of fuss

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