as in lovers
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 enthusiasts
Toyota Motor Company has an incredibly diverse portfolio that can appeal to budget-conscious drivers and sports car enthusiasts alike.
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Charles Singh, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025
This cornbread recipe doesn't call for even a teaspoon of sugar—savory cornbread enthusiasts will be happy to know.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
Zsembik says monarch enthusiasts can be mindful of habitat loss and vote to conserve lands that monarchs use.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
The best creatine supplements, however, aren’t just for athletes, bodybuilders, or major fitness enthusiasts.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 9 Nov. 2025
The Etsy Trend Edit gives holiday enthusiasts a peek at the gifts and decorating ideas that will define the season.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Nov. 2025
The first time anime enthusiasts will be able to experience the Culling Game, however, will be in theaters next month.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Nov. 2025
Whiskey enthusiasts will love Flaviar’s luxe advent calendar, which includes 24 whiskies from all over the world, including pours from Japan, Ireland, and Finland.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
Inspired by true events that were investigated by paranormal enthusiasts Ed and Lorraine Warren, the movie centers around a family in a rural farmhouse who begin experiencing paranormal activity.
—Keith Langston, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Charles Singh, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025
This cornbread recipe doesn't call for even a teaspoon of sugar—savory cornbread enthusiasts will be happy to know.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
Zsembik says monarch enthusiasts can be mindful of habitat loss and vote to conserve lands that monarchs use.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
The best creatine supplements, however, aren’t just for athletes, bodybuilders, or major fitness enthusiasts.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 9 Nov. 2025
The Etsy Trend Edit gives holiday enthusiasts a peek at the gifts and decorating ideas that will define the season.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Nov. 2025
The first time anime enthusiasts will be able to experience the Culling Game, however, will be in theaters next month.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Nov. 2025
Whiskey enthusiasts will love Flaviar’s luxe advent calendar, which includes 24 whiskies from all over the world, including pours from Japan, Ireland, and Finland.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
Inspired by true events that were investigated by paranormal enthusiasts Ed and Lorraine Warren, the movie centers around a family in a rural farmhouse who begin experiencing paranormal activity.
—Keith Langston, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiasts
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Best Playful Design Pup lovers will swoon over this white ceramic dachshund menorah by Jonathan Adler, which is finished with a soft satin matte glaze.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
11 Nov. 2025
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Frosted Fraser Fir Artificial Lit Christmas Tree Flocked trees are a major trend and a must-have for some decor lovers, and this one is thoroughly frosted.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
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The Mavs are one of the worst teams in the NBA, with a roster that fans not only don’t know, but don’t care to know.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Nov. 2025
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Now, Nintendo decided to shadow drop a massive announcement, leading the fans to flock to the internet over the news.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Remove any canes that are crossing or rubbing against each other, as well as any suckers that have formed.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
28 Oct. 2025
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The same applies to suckers that a young tree may develop; they can be removed at any time.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Oct. 2025
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This album was so traumatizing for teenage Clash fanatics like me.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
9 Nov. 2025
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Coral fanatics will love visiting Negril, home to mountainous coral mounds and ethereal swim-through caves where green and red soft corals hang down like mystical fingers.—
Adrienne Jordan,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Enthusiasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiasts. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.
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