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The enthusiastic players cheered before the first round.
What does Enthusiastic mean?
Enthusiastic means showing excited interest and energy.
Dictionary definition
Showing excited interest and energy.
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What does enthusiastic mean?
Enthusiastic means showing excited interest and energy.
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Eager is closest in meaning to enthusiastic in this entry.
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WordEnthusiastic.
Partadjective.
MeaningEnthusiastic means showing excited interest and energy.
ExampleExample: The enthusiastic players cheered before the first round.
Word breakdown
5 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- en · thoo · zee · as · tik
- Strongest beat
- as
- Ending
- tik
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on as.
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Synonyms
Words like Enthusiastic
eagerUse when someone is excited and ready.
Antonyms
Opposite words
uninterestedUse when someone does not care or want to join.
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Word family
Enthusiastic word family
Base word
enthusiasm
adverb
enthusiastically
In an excited and interested way.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show excited interest or energy.
Common mix-up
Enthusiastic does not have to mean loud; someone can be quietly enthusiastic.
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