enthusiastic
gb/ɪnθˌuziˈæstɪk/ us/ɪnθˌuziˈæstɪk/
B1
English
~ 5200
lelkes, alig várja, hogy, nagyon szeretne
B1
1
lelkes
B1
Usage pattern:
[someone] is enthusiastic about [something]
The students were surprisingly enthusiastic about the new science project.
A diákok meglepően lelkesek voltak az új természettudományos projekt iránt.
She gave an enthusiastic yes when they offered her the job.
Lelkesen mondott igent, amikor felajánlották neki az állást.
The book received an enthusiastic review in the newspaper.
His enthusiastic attitude made the training session more enjoyable for everyone.
The crowd gave the performers an enthusiastic round of applause.
Learner examples
The children are very enthusiastic about the trip.
A gyerekek nagyon lelkesek a kirándulás miatt.
He is enthusiastic about learning English.
Lelkes az angoltanulás iránt.
My boss was enthusiastic about my idea.
They were not very enthusiastic about the plan.
She sounded enthusiastic when she talked about her new job.
Common mistake:
Learners often use the wrong preposition and say *enthusiastic for* or *enthusiastic on* instead of *enthusiastic about*. Also, some learners say *very enthusiasm* instead of *a lot of enthusiasm* or *very enthusiastic* when they want an adjective.
Meaning
very interested and excited
Collocations
enthusiastic about
|enthusiastic response
|enthusiastic supporter
|enthusiastic reception
|wildly enthusiastic
|genuinely enthusiastic
Synonyms
excited (Suggests strong emotional energy; can be more temporary or about a specific event.)
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eager (Focuses on wanting something very much, not always as emotionally expressive.)
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passionate (Stronger and deeper feeling, often about long-term interests or beliefs.)
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keen (Common in British English; slightly milder and more neutral in tone.)
Antonyms
uninterested (Shows a lack of interest or curiosity, the opposite of strong interest.)
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indifferent (Suggests not caring either way, with no emotional reaction.)
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unenthusiastic (Direct opposite; clearly lacking excitement or positive feeling.)
Themes
emotions
|communication
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Feeling or showing great interest and excitement about something.
Showing intense interest, enjoyment, or approval, often in an energetic or excited way.
B1
2
Usage pattern:
[someone] is enthusiastic to [verb]
The volunteers were enthusiastic to begin cleaning the beach.
Az önkéntesek alig várták, hogy elkezdhessék a tengerpart megtisztítását.
She is enthusiastic to take on more responsibility at work.
Nagyon szeretne több felelősséget vállalni a munkahelyén.
New employees are often enthusiastic to prove themselves.
He seemed enthusiastic to meet the rest of the team.
The kids were enthusiastic to try the new game.
Learner examples
The students are enthusiastic to start the project.
A diákok alig várják, hogy elkezdhessék a projektet.
I am enthusiastic to learn more English.
Nagyon szeretnék még többet tanulni angolul.
She is enthusiastic to help her friends.
They are enthusiastic to join the club.
He is enthusiastic to try new food.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say *enthusiastic for do something* instead of *enthusiastic to do something*. Use *to + verb*, for example: *She is enthusiastic to learn*, not *enthusiastic for learn*.
Meaning
very willing and keen to act
Collocations
enthusiastic to learn
|enthusiastic to help
|enthusiastic to get started
|enthusiastic to join
|enthusiastic to participate
Synonyms
motivated (Focuses on having a strong reason or drive to act, not always emotional excitement.)
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willing (Implies readiness to do something, but can be less energetic than enthusiastic.)
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keen (Common in British English to mean 'very ready and wanting to do something'.)
Antonyms
reluctant (Describes someone who does not really want to do something or is slow to agree.)
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unwilling (Stronger refusal or lack of desire to do something.)
Themes
emotions
|work
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Very ready and happy to do something or join an activity.
Very willing and eager to do something, especially to start or take part in an activity.
Grammar
Dictionary form
enthusiastic
IPA
GB/ɪnθˌuziˈæstɪk/
US/ɪnθˌuziˈæstɪk/
Syllables & stress
en - thu - si - ast - ic (5 syllables)
Stress on 4th syllable (ast)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: enthusiastic
Word family
Core family
enthusiasm
noun B1
enthusiastically
adverb B2
Related words
enthusiast
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
unenthusiastic
adjective C1
unenthusiastically
adverb
Advanced or less common
enthuse
verb C1
overenthusiastic
adjective
Expressions
enthusiastic about
1/ɪnθˌuziˈæstɪk əbˈaʊt/
fixed phrase
very interested or excited about
Very interested in something and happy or excited when you think about it.
Examples
- She is really enthusiastic about her new business.
- They were not very enthusiastic about the idea at first.
- The teacher is enthusiastic about using technology in the classroom.
enthusiastic supporter
1/ɪnθˌuziˈæstɪk səpˈɔɹtɚ/
fixed phrase
person who strongly supports
Someone who supports a person, team, or idea very strongly and with a lot of energy.
Examples
- He has always been an enthusiastic supporter of local charities.
- The politician has many enthusiastic supporters in the city.
- She became an enthusiastic supporter of the project after the first meeting.
less than enthusiastic
1/lˈɛs ðən ɪnθˌuziˈæstɪk/
fixed phrase
not very interested or keen
Not very interested or excited; only a little positive, or even quite negative.
Examples
- The staff were less than enthusiastic about the new schedule.
- His parents were less than enthusiastic when he told them his plan.
- The proposal received a less than enthusiastic response from the board.