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enthusiastic

[/ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪk/]
adjective
entusiasta
1. having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval
She gave an enthusiastic response to the proposal.
Ela deu uma resposta entusiasta à proposta.
2. characterized by or resulting from enthusiasm
The enthusiastic crowd cheered for the team.
A multidão entusiasta aplaudiu o time.
Synonyms
eagerkeenpassionatezealousferventaviddevoted
Antonyms
apatheticindifferentunenthusiasticdisinterestedlukewarm

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
entusiasta
most common usage
Brazil
animado
informal, means spirited or lively
Portugal
entusiasmado
common alternative form in European Portuguese
Portugal
entusiasta
also used in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

enthusiastic about something
full of enthusiasm
wear your heart on your sleeve
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