Word
enthusiastic
Phoneticsen·thu·si·as·tic, stress on the fourth syllable
US/ɪnˌθuziˈæstɪk/
UK/ɛnθjˌuːzɪˈæstɪk/
日本語熱心※
Definition
adj. showing that you like something very much and are excited about it.
adj. expressing or showing intense enjoyment, interest, or approval. Often followed by the preposition 'about'.
Examples
“She is very enthusiastic about her new job.”
“The crowd gave an enthusiastic cheer when the band finally walked onto the stage.”
“Despite the initial setbacks, the team remained enthusiastic about the project's potential to revolutionize the local energy market.”
Examples
simple
“She is very enthusiastic about her new job.”
contextual
“The crowd gave an enthusiastic cheer when the band finally walked onto the stage.”
complex
“Despite the initial setbacks, the team remained enthusiastic about the project's potential to revolutionize the local energy market.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “enthusiastic” in context.
Verb
01. remain enthusiastic
“Despite the setbacks, the volunteers remained enthusiastic throughout the campaign.”
verb + adj
02. sound enthusiastic
“You don't sound very enthusiastic about going to the party tonight.”
verb + adj
Adjective
03. enthusiastic about the project
“The team is very enthusiastic about the project and has already started brainstorming.”
adj + prep
04. enthusiastic to learn
“New employees are usually enthusiastic to learn the company's internal processes.”
adj + infinitive
Noun
05. enthusiastic supporter
“She has been an enthusiastic supporter of the local arts scene for many years.”
adj + noun
06. enthusiastic welcome
“The visiting professor received an enthusiastic welcome from the students.”
adj + noun
Adverb
07. less than enthusiastic
“My boss was less than enthusiastic about my proposal to change the office layout.”
adv + adj
08. wildly enthusiastic
“The crowd was wildly enthusiastic when the band finally took the stage.”
adv + adj
Usage
Commonly used with the preposition 'about' before a noun or gerund.
Teaching tip
While 'keen' is more common in British English for everyday tasks, 'enthusiastic' is a standard, slightly more formal choice in all dialects.
Pitfall
She is enthusiastic for her new job.
She is enthusiastic about her new job.
Use the preposition 'about' to show what someone is excited or interested in.
Real-World Examples
“Juha Kahila, Y-Foundation’s head of international affairs, is enthusiastic about what has already been achieved.” “So, thanks to my time in the scanner, I am now far more enthusiastic about lathering sunscreen all over my body - rather than only on my face.” Etymology
From Ancient Greek ἐνθουσιαστικός (enthousiastikós), from either ἐνθουσιασμός (enthousiasmós) or ἐνθουσιάζω (enthousiázō) + -τικός (-tikós).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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