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enthusiasm

[ en-thoo-zee-az-uhm ]

noun

  1. absorbing or controlling possession of the mind by any interest or pursuit; lively interest:

    He shows marked enthusiasm for his studies.

    Synonyms: , , , , , ,

    Antonyms:

  2. an occupation, activity, or pursuit in which such interest is shown:

    Hunting is his latest enthusiasm.

  3. any of various forms of extreme religious devotion, usually associated with intense emotionalism and a break with orthodoxy.


enthusiasm

/ ɪˈθːɪˌæə /

noun

  1. ardent and lively interest or eagerness
  2. an object of keen interest; passion
  3. archaic.
    extravagant or unbalanced religious fervour
  4. obsolete.
    possession or inspiration by a god
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of enthusiasm1

First recorded in 1570–80; from Late Latin Գٳūܲ, from Greek Գٳdzܲó, from Գٳdzܲí() “possession by a god” ( éԳٳdzܲ, variant of éԳٳDz “having a god within,” from en- en- 2 + -thous, -theos “possessed by a god” + -ia -y 3( def ) ) + -asmos, variant (after vowel stems) of -ismos -ism; theism ( def )
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of enthusiasm1

C17: from Late Latin Գٳūܲ, from Greek enthousiasmos, from enthousiazein to be possessed by a god, from entheos inspired, from en- ² + theos god
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Bass has already raised nearly $1.4 million for her reelection, but there are questions about whether muted enthusiasm might dampen high-dollar giving this time around.

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In the comments, John echoed Madonna’s enthusiasm for mending their relationship and thanked his fellow Grammy winner for paying him a visit and for “forgiving me and my big mouth.”

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"Beyond his musicianship, Clem was a source of inspiration both on and off the stage. His vibrant spirit, infectious enthusiasm and rock solid work ethic touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him."

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There had already been reports of "royal fever" and the Italian public valued the King and Queen's enthusiasm for their history, culture and cooking, said Lord Llewellyn, speaking to reporters ahead of the visit.

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Foreign journalists remarked that the German people would greet Hitler’s motorcade with wild, almost hysterical enthusiasm; their beaming faces showed something like real love for their leader.

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