Definitions

enthusiastic

[en-thoo-zee-as-tik] / ɛnˌθu ziˈæs tɪk /

ADJECTIVE

interested, excited

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anxious ardent avid concerned eager earnest exuberant fanatical fervent forceful keen passionate pleased rabid rhapsodic vigorous warm willing zealous

WEAK

agog animated athirst attracted bugged crazy about devoted dying to ebullient exhilarated fascinated fervid gaga gone on gung-ho hearty hog-wild intent lively nutty obsessed red-hot spirited tantalized thrilled titillated unqualified vehement wacky wholehearted

Antonyms

STRONGEST

apathetic cold cool disinterested dispassionate dull frigid happy impotent indifferent lethargic uncaring unconcerned unenthusiastic unexcited uninterested unpassionate unwilling unworried weak

WEAK

doubting pessimistic weary

Example Sentences

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Mr. Hayward’s answering bird noise is enthusiastic, if not entirely precise.

From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026

De la Espriella received enthusiastic backing from US President Donald Trump before and after Sunday's runoff vote.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

Though headlines about ticket costs have dominated the tournament, the fans who spoke to the BBC remained enthusiastic about the games and suggested the prices were worth it.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

Alan d’Escragnolle, Filmhub’s chief executive, said ad rates on streaming services are lower than linear television, but the moneymaking opportunities are greater for filmmakers like White who reach an enthusiastic and well-defined audience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

It was wonderful to feel a chill in the air again, but every weekend I felt less and less enthusiastic about getting out of bed to go out there.

From "Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus" by Dusti Bowling

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