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Meaning of enthuse
to feel or express great enthusiasm or excitement
Etymology of enthuse
The word "enthuse" originated in the mid-18th century from the Greek word "enthousiasmos", meaning "possessed by a god" or "inspired", which is derived from "enthousiazein", meaning "to be inspired by a god"
Historically, the term was used to describe a state of divine inspiration or ecstasy, but its meaning has since broadened to include more general feelings of enthusiasm or excitement
Synonyms
excite
thrill
delight
inspire
animate
energize
motivate
stir
arouse
kindle
ignite
spark
inflame
impassion
captivate
fascinate
enthrall
enchant
mesmerize
beguile
charm
allure
attract
intrigue
interest
engage
stimulate
invigorate
exhilarate
electrify
animate
galvanize
vivify
quicken
rouse
awaken
inspire
animate
Definitions
- To feel or express great enthusiasm or excitement, typically about an activity, subject, or person
- * To cause someone to feel enthusiastic or excited
Usage Examples
- The crowd was enthused by the band's energetic performance
- * She was enthused about the new project and threw herself into it with enthusiasm
- * The teacher's passion for the subject enthused the students and made them more engaged
Antonyms
depress
discourage
dishearten
dismay
disenchant
disillusion
bore
tire
exhaust
drain
deplete
sap
undermine
deflate
dispirit
unenthusiastic
apathetic
indifferent
lukewarm
uninterested
uninspired
unmotivated
lethargic
sluggish
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