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entusiasmo

[en-tu-zi-ˈaz-mu]
nounmasculinepl: entusiasmos
enthusiasm
1. a feeling of intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval
She approached the project with great enthusiasm.
Ela abordou o projeto com grande entusiasmo.
2. passionate or fervent support for a cause, belief, or activity
His enthusiasm for environmental conservation inspired others.
Seu entusiasmo pela conservação ambiental inspirou outros.
3. lively or energetic interest and involvement
The team played with enthusiasm and determination.
O time jogou com entusiasmo e determinação.
NYC Slang
hype, stoke, fire
Synonyms
entusiasmoardorfervorpaixãoânimoempolgaçãovibração
Antonyms
apatiaindiferençadesinteressetédiomonotonia

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
entusiasmo
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
empolgação
colloquial alternative commonly used
São Paulo
entusiasmo
standard formal usage
Portugal
entusiasmo
standard usage; also 'paixão' in informal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

com entusiasmo - with enthusiasm
perder o entusiasmo - to lose enthusiasm
cheio de entusiasmo - full of enthusiasm
despertar entusiasmo - to arouse enthusiasm
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