enthusiasm

Definition

  • noun: strong excitement about something
  • noun: belief in special revelations of the Holy Spirit
  • synonyms: ecstasy, transport, frenzy

Examples

  • Among his latest 'enthusiasms' are sailing and fishing.

  • He seems to lack 'enthusiasm' for the work he's doing.

  • The party supported its candidate with 'enthusiasm'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) in my time, but that tops them all. We were sitting next to a millionaire. Well, I thought it was a very lovely story, and you tell it so well, with such enthusiasm. Would you like to see what Lieutenant Dan looks like? Yes, I would. That's him right there. Let me tell you something (..)
    1994 Forrest Gump