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Enthusiasts

Verb / eˈnθu:zi:ˌæsts / Another word for enthusiasts — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who is highly interested in a particular activity or subject.

Synonyms & similar words

partisan enthusiast fancier partizan fan admirer devotee aficionado lover buff supporter enthusiast zealot fanatic maniac fiend nut junkie freak enthusiastic passionate ardent keen eager

Synonyms by register

Formal

aficionados devotees connoisseurs zealots

Informal

fans buffs nuts geeks maniacs

Literary

votaries acolytes

Antonyms

apathetic indifferent uninterested disinterested lukewarm unenthusiastic

Common collocations

  • avid enthusiasts
  • car enthusiasts
  • tech enthusiasts
  • enthusiasts for
  • among enthusiasts
  • enthusiasts of
  • enthusiasts worldwide

Word family

noun enthusiasm
verb enthuse
adjective enthusiastic
adverb enthusiastically

Usage note

While 'enthusiasts' generally refers to people with a strong interest, it can sometimes imply an excessive or uncritical passion, depending on context.

Example sentences

  1. The bird-watching enthusiasts spotted a rare species of bird.
  2. My sister is an enthusiastic baker and always tries out new recipes.
  3. The movie enthusiasts lined up outside the theater to watch the latest release.
  4. The football enthusiasts cheered loudly for their favorite team.
  5. The art enthusiasts visited the museum to see the new exhibit.

Quotes

  • 'Enthusiasm is the yeast that makes your hopes shine to the stars.' - Henry Ford
  • 'Enthusiasm is the mother of effort, and without it, nothing great was ever achieved.' - Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • 'Enthusiasm is excitement with inspiration, motivation, and a pinch of creativity.' - Bo Bennett

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