enthusiastic
UK/in.θju:zi'æstik/US
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Definitions
adj.
Showing strong excitement, eagerness, or keen interest.
热情的，热心的；满腔热忱的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedThe adjective of enthusiasm: en- (in) + theos (god) = "with a god inside." Someone enthusiastic acts as if fired up by an inner force — visibly eager and energetic. See enthusiasm for the full "god-possession" story.
Root theo still carries 8 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.enthusiastic about对……热情
- 2.enthusiastic supporter热心的支持者
- 3.enthusiastic response热烈的回应
- 4.less than enthusiastic不太热情
Example Sentences
- 1.
The crowd gave the band an enthusiastic welcome.
- 2.
She's enthusiastic about learning to surf this summer.
- 3.
He wasn't very enthusiastic about the idea at first.