enthuse
gb/ɪnθˈuz/ us/ɪnθˈuz/
C1
English
áradozik, lelkesen beszél, lelkesít, lelkendezik
VERB
C1
1
áradozik
C1
Usage pattern:
enthuse (about/over) [something]; enthuse to [someone] about [something]
She enthused about the course and told everyone to sign up.
Áradozott a tanfolyamról, és mindenkit arra biztatott, hogy jelentkezzen.
The chef enthused over the fresh ingredients at the market.
A séf áradozott a piacon kapható friss alapanyagokról.
He enthused to reporters about the team’s progress.
Learner examples
He enthused about his new job.
Áradozott az új munkájáról.
They enthused over the concert.
Áradoztak a koncertről.
Common mistake:
Don’t use it to mean just 'think' or 'say'; it suggests strong positive excitement.
Meaning
talk excitedly about something
Collocations
enthuse about the project
|enthuse about the plans
|enthuse over the results
|enthuse over the new design
|enthuse about the benefits
|enthuse to reporters
|enthuse to friends
|enthuse about a book
|enthuse about a new restaurant
|enthuse about the future
Synonyms
rave (More informal; often stronger praise.)
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gush (Suggests excessive or emotional enthusiasm.)
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wax lyrical (More literary; suggests elaborate praise.)
Antonyms
complain (Expresses negative feelings instead of praise.)
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criticize (Focuses on faults rather than excitement.)
Themes
communication
|emotions
|opinions
Definition
to talk about something in a very excited, positive way
To speak or write with great enthusiasm about something, especially by praising it.
VERB
C1
2
lelkesít
B2
Usage pattern:
[something] enthuses [someone]; enthuse [someone] about [something]
The speaker’s confidence enthused the audience.
Az előadó magabiztossága lelkesítette a közönséget.
It takes more than flashy graphics to enthuse users.
A felhasználók lelkesítéséhez több kell a látványos grafikánál.
The new policy failed to enthuse staff.
Learner examples
The coach enthused the players.
Az edző lelkesítette a játékosokat.
Common mistake:
This transitive use is less common than 'enthuse about/over' and can sound awkward in some styles; 'excite' or 'inspire' is often safer.
Meaning
make someone feel enthusiastic
Collocations
enthuse the audience
|enthuse the team
|enthuse supporters
|enthuse voters
|enthuse students
|enthuse staff
|enthuse customers
|enthuse people about the idea
Synonyms
excite (More common and neutral.)
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inspire (Often implies deeper motivation or purpose.)
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energize (Emphasizes increased energy rather than interest.)
Antonyms
bore (Makes someone lose interest instead of gaining it.)
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discourage (Reduces motivation or confidence.)
Themes
emotions
|motivation
|work
Definition
to make someone excited and interested
To make someone feel enthusiastic or excited about something.
VERB
C1
3
lelkendezik
C1
Usage pattern:
enthuse (at/in/over) [something]; enthuse
He enthused for a few minutes, then moved on to practical details.
Pár percig lelkendezett, aztán rátért a gyakorlati részletekre.
The guide enthused as the group approached the viewpoint.
Az idegenvezető lelkendezett, ahogy a csoport a kilátóponthoz közeledett.
She listened politely while he enthused.
Learner examples
She enthused when she heard the news.
Lelkendezett, amikor meghallotta a hírt.
Common mistake:
In real usage, speakers often add 'about' or 'over' to say what they are excited about.
Meaning
show strong enthusiasm
Collocations
enthuse loudly
|enthuse warmly
|enthuse endlessly
|enthuse in interviews
|enthuse during the presentation
Synonyms
exclaim (Focuses on a sudden emotional remark, not ongoing excitement.)
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bubble over (More idiomatic; emphasizes overflowing excitement.)
Antonyms
shrug (Shows indifference instead of enthusiasm.)
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stay quiet (Does not express excitement at all.)
Themes
emotions
|communication
Definition
to act and sound very excited
To show strong enthusiasm or excitement, without stating clearly what it is about.
Grammar
Dictionary form
enthuse
IPA
GB/ɪnθˈuz/
US/ɪnθˈuz/
Syllables & stress
en - thuse (2 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (thuse)
Word forms
Verb
- Base: enthuse
- 3rd Person Singular: enthuses
- Present Participle: enthusing
- Past: enthused
Word family
Forms
enthuses
verb
enthusing
verb
enthused
verb
Core family
Related words
enthusiast
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
unenthusiastic
adjective C1
unenthusiastically
adverb
Advanced or less common
overenthusiastic
adjective
Expressions
be enthused about
1/bˈi ɪnθˈuzd əbˈaʊt/
fixed phrase
feel excited about something
to feel excited and interested in something
Examples
- I’m really enthused about the new role.
- Investors were not enthused about the latest results.
- She seems enthused about the idea of moving.
Learner examples
- I am enthused about this project.
be enthused by
1/bˈi ɪnθˈuzd bˈaɪ/
fixed phrase
feel excited because of something
to feel excited because of something
Examples
- The class was enthused by the hands-on experiments.
- She wasn’t enthused by the first episode, but she kept watching.
- They were enthused by the response from customers.
Learner examples
- He was enthused by the results.
get enthused
1/ɡˈɛt ɪnθˈuzd/
fixed phrase
informal
become excited and interested
to start feeling excited about something
Examples
- It took a while, but I got enthused about the idea.
- Once the demo started, the whole room got enthused.
- She couldn’t really get enthused about the plan.
Learner examples
- I got enthused about the trip.