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discover enthusiasm
[/dɪˈskʌvər ɛnˈθuːziˌæzəm/]
verb phrase
descobrir entusiasmo
1.
To find or realize a newfound passion or excitement for something
She discovered enthusiasm for painting after taking her first art class.
Ela descobriu entusiasmo pela pintura depois de fazer sua primeira aula de arte.
2.
To develop or uncover a previously unknown interest or zeal
He discovered enthusiasm for volunteer work during the community project.
Ele descobriu entusiasmo pelo trabalho voluntário durante o projeto comunitário.
NYC Slang
find your vibe / get hyped about something
Synonyms
find passion
develop interest
uncover excitement
awaken passion
find zeal
Antonyms
lose interest
develop apathy
lose enthusiasm
become disinterested
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
descobrir entusiasmo
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
descobrir entusiasmo / achar entusiasmo
Colloquial alternative with 'achar'
Portugal
descobrir entusiasmo / encontrar entusiasmo
Slight preference for 'encontrar' in some contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
discover a new lease on life
find your passion
light a fire under someone
catch the bug
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