as in excitedly
in an enthusiastic manner
sportswriters have praised this new pitching find so enthusiastically you'd think he's going to pitch nothing but no-hitters
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Recent Examples of enthusiastically
The dining offerings include a kids' menu of healthy and flavorful options that my daughters savored enthusiastically throughout our stay.
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Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
The dogs couldn't stand still, wiggling their bodies enthusiastically.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Metro Detroiters have mixed feelings about Sheetz coming to their communities with some enthusiastically lined up on opening days and others commenting in opposition at zoning meetings.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Naturally, Vergara spoke first, and enthusiastically, about Sanchez’s chances of winning the $1 million prize.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025
These and similar programs are being enthusiastically embraced by employees themselves who appreciate on-the-job training with a 21st-century flair.
—Craig Costigan, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Cohen enthusiastically replied, before giving her a high five and a standing ovation, shortly followed by guest Mark Ronson, who also stood to applaud Brooks.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
The two fighters advanced, Ali jogging enthusiastically and Frazier plodding, cautious.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
This is not Chiu, who enthusiastically takes part in the process, sometimes even announcing purchases for the Crocker on social media.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
The dogs couldn't stand still, wiggling their bodies enthusiastically.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Metro Detroiters have mixed feelings about Sheetz coming to their communities with some enthusiastically lined up on opening days and others commenting in opposition at zoning meetings.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Naturally, Vergara spoke first, and enthusiastically, about Sanchez’s chances of winning the $1 million prize.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025
These and similar programs are being enthusiastically embraced by employees themselves who appreciate on-the-job training with a 21st-century flair.
—Craig Costigan, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Cohen enthusiastically replied, before giving her a high five and a standing ovation, shortly followed by guest Mark Ronson, who also stood to applaud Brooks.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
The two fighters advanced, Ali jogging enthusiastically and Frazier plodding, cautious.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
This is not Chiu, who enthusiastically takes part in the process, sometimes even announcing purchases for the Crocker on social media.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiastically
Adverb
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Another saw Viktor Gyokeres try and celebrate with the Frenchman, but Saliba was still too busy excitedly pointing to the supporters.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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His mother excitedly told him that his teachers, doctors and everyone else would now refer to him with the new last name.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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To say that the album was eagerly anticipated would be an understatement, with the record having become the most pre-saved in Spotify history, passing 5 million before it was even released.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Investors are hoping for a smoother CEO transition this time around and eagerly await news of Iger's successor.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
2 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Candace's slideshow began with a photo of herself posing exuberantly with Valeri, Natasha and Bradley under an elaborate arch of pink roses and green and white hydrangea.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Sports legends, including Michael Jordan, Lawrence Taylor, and Randy Moss, attended the game, cheering exuberantly after UNC took a 7-0 lead with an opening drive touchdown.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Enthusiastically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiastically. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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