as in lover
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
skiing enthusiasts can't wait for the first snowfall of the season
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Recent Examples of enthusiast
Because a one-trick pony car isn't interesting or fun to enthusiasts.
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Chad Kirchner, ArsTechnica, 21 July 2025
Valerie Macon/Getty The NWS's Beach Hazards Statement warned that strong lake currents posed direct threats to swimmers, surfers, and other water enthusiasts in Wayne, Northern Cayuga, and Oswego counties.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
To top it all off, the monochromatic taupe color palette will likely get you the nod of approval from design enthusiast buddies.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 18 July 2025
With over 100 parks just in Boise, the green spaces and recreation opportunities can attract outdoor enthusiasts.
—Ashley Fredde, Idaho Statesman, 17 July 2025
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Chad Kirchner, ArsTechnica, 21 July 2025
Valerie Macon/Getty The NWS's Beach Hazards Statement warned that strong lake currents posed direct threats to swimmers, surfers, and other water enthusiasts in Wayne, Northern Cayuga, and Oswego counties.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
To top it all off, the monochromatic taupe color palette will likely get you the nod of approval from design enthusiast buddies.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 18 July 2025
With over 100 parks just in Boise, the green spaces and recreation opportunities can attract outdoor enthusiasts.
—Ashley Fredde, Idaho Statesman, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiast
Noun
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On the hunt for the key to a country music lover’s heart?—
Ramal Nasim
July 25,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
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Beach lovers should check out Britannia Beach and then continue to drive north towards Sea to Sky Gondola.—
Miriam Porter,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Around 4,500 Everton fans made the short trip into neighbouring Lancashire for Saturday’s match.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
21 July 2025
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From immersive fan zones to interactive panels, the W gave its growing audience more access than ever before.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
21 July 2025
Noun
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Like these rich men, Luthor embraces his villainy by styling himself as a sleek anti-hero and lording his privilege over the rest of society’s suckers.—
Matt Zoller Seitz,
Vulture,
16 July 2025
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Check the main vine and secondary shoot regularly for new suckers and remove them promptly.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
5 July 2025
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Skincare fanatics will appreciate deals on RoC’s beloved wrinkle cream, La Roche-Posay’s tinted SPF, and a host of K-beauty labels fortunately stocked on Amazon.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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Alexander was a talented guitarist, a Ranger fanatic and a prankster.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 July 2025
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“Enthusiast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiast. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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