What does enthusiast mean?
Enthusiast means A person filled with or guided by enthusiasm..
Enthusiast
/ɪnˈθuːziˌæst/ · noun
Meaning
A person filled with or guided by enthusiasm..
Definitions by Sense
- A person filled with or guided by enthusiasm.
- (archaic) A person exhibiting over-zealous religious fervour.
Example Sentences
But Charles Aubyn (for it was he) had, like most enthusiasts, overcalculated the influence of his eloquence; surprise had alone procured him a hearing, and the bold cavaliers around were little in the mood for a homily.
I would challenge any rock enthusiast to refrain from tapping his/her foot when listening to such music.
Synonyms for enthusiast
Antonyms for enthusiast
Related Words
Word Forms
- enthusiasts
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for enthusiast?
Common synonyms include addict, buff, aficionado, amateur.
What is the opposite of enthusiast?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use enthusiast in a sentence?
But Charles Aubyn (for it was he) had, like most enthusiasts, overcalculated the influence of his eloquence; surprise had alone procured him a hearing, and the bold cavaliers around were little in the mood for a homily.
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