enthuse Definition
- 1to express enthusiasm or excitement about something
- 2to cause someone to feel enthusiastic or excited about something
Using enthuse: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "enthuse" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The coach's pep talk really enthused the team before the game.
Example
I was so enthused by the concert that I bought tickets for their next show.
Example
Her passion for the project enthused everyone in the room.
enthuse Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for enthuse
- excite
- stimulate
- inspire
- motivate
Antonyms for enthuse
Phrases with enthuse
enthuse over/about
to express great enthusiasm or excitement about something
Example
She always enthuses over her latest project.
enthuse someone into something
to cause someone to become enthusiastic or excited about something
Example
The speaker's words enthused the audience into action.
enthuse something up
to make something more exciting or interesting
Example
We need to enthuse this party up with some decorations and music.
Origins of enthuse
from Greek 'enthousiasmos', meaning 'inspiration, divine possession'
Summary: enthuse in Brief
The verb 'enthuse' [en-THooz] means to express or cause enthusiasm or excitement about something. It can be used in various contexts, such as inspiring a team before a game, expressing passion for a project, or getting someone excited about an idea. The phrase 'enthuse over/about' is commonly used to express great enthusiasm, while 'enthuse someone into something' means to cause someone to become enthusiastic. 'Enthuse something up' means to make something more exciting or interesting.
