as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
as soon as the gates to the concert area opened, enthusiastic fans rushed to get the best seats
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Recent Examples of enthusiastic
The humorous spot is part of a year-long effort by Disney to get audiences enthusiastic about its Super Bowl plans.
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Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
Her post drew an enthusiastic response from fellow beachgoers.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
Adept at skilfully maneuvering guests and their belongings around the estate’s cobbles and dirt tracks on golf buggies, Sao Lourenco’s energetic team of young, enthusiastic staff provide warm-hearted service with care and charisma.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
The response was less enthusiastic when the school district first laid out the specific blueprint of changes that Hale Cook Elementary School in the Waldo neighborhood could expect to see.
—Maria Benevento, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026
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Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
Her post drew an enthusiastic response from fellow beachgoers.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
Adept at skilfully maneuvering guests and their belongings around the estate’s cobbles and dirt tracks on golf buggies, Sao Lourenco’s energetic team of young, enthusiastic staff provide warm-hearted service with care and charisma.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
The response was less enthusiastic when the school district first laid out the specific blueprint of changes that Hale Cook Elementary School in the Waldo neighborhood could expect to see.
—Maria Benevento, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiastic
Adjective
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This is a fan base reveling in the first playoff experience in 15 years, and the Sabres have given them plenty to get excited about.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Was so excited to make these and they were ruined by your poor recipe like many others!—
Christopher Kostow,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Apr. 2026
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Fandom, whether people like to classify themselves as members or not, has existed as long as there’s been entertainment, and extends beyond whatever TV show happens to be the current hit; athletes, sports teams, musicians, books, superheroes and more all have their avid fanbases.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2026
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The White House has said Trump is an avid defender of the First Amendment and characterized certain controversial actions as efforts to maintain public safety and order.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Trump had used the act to plaster taxes on imports with eager abandon.—
Paul Wiseman,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Kay isn’t some kind of unhinged chaos agent or emotional thrill-seeker (well, maybe just a little), but rather an adventurous artist eager to dig deep beneath the surface.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
28 Apr. 2026
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Kennedy, who has no background in science, medicine, or public health, is well known as an ardent anti-vaccine activist and peddler of conspiracy theories.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2026
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This is a lovely film that will appeal to Bernstein’s most ardent fans, while warmly inviting neophytes into his world.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
23 Apr. 2026
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The play is about Sarah, an anxious young woman living a double life.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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That’s the blunt reality facing Senate Majority Leader John Thune as Republicans grow increasingly anxious about the end-game for one of the most consequential — and politically combustible — confirmation fights in recent memory.—
Phil Mattingly,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Instead, keen-eyed visitors can spot resting harbor seals, shorebirds, and even a resident pair of bald eagles.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2026
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Early days, but during my visit many locals were keen to see the transformation, booking tables in the restaurant and bar for sunset views.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Enthusiastic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiastic. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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