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UK/["/ɪnˈθjuːziæst/"]/US/["/ɪnˈθuːziæst/"]/

Meaning of Enthusiast

a person who is very interested in something and spends a lot of time doing it

In simple words: A person who is very interested in something.

Enthusiast in a sentence

  • a football enthusiast
  • an enthusiast of jazz
  • She was an enthusiast for early Italian art.
  • Railway enthusiasts were given the chance to ride on the old steam train during the weekend.
  • She was a lifelong enthusiast of dancing, running and waterskiing.
  • enthusiasts for a united Europe
  • They are great enthusiasts of the American work ethic.

How to use Enthusiast

Use 'enthusiast' to describe someone with a strong interest in a subject or hobby. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

enthusiast + of/about + object

Memory hint

Think of 'enthusiast' as someone who's 'enthusiastic' about their hobbies.

Related words

Collocations with Enthusiast

  • car enthusiast
  • music enthusiast
  • sports enthusiast
  • art enthusiast
  • technology enthusiast

Synonyms for Enthusiast

Opposites of Enthusiast

  • apathetic
  • indifferent
  • disinterested

Common mistakes with Enthusiast

  • Confused with 'enthusiastic' which is an adjective.
  • Used inappropriately as a verb or in plural form.
  • Incorrectly applied to someone who is only slightly interested.

Compare Enthusiast with Fan, Supporter

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Frequently asked questions about Enthusiast

What does Enthusiast mean?

A person who is very interested in something.

What is the definition of Enthusiast?

a person who is very interested in something and spends a lot of time doing it

How do you use Enthusiast in a sentence?

a football enthusiast

Can you give another example of Enthusiast?

an enthusiast of jazz

What are synonyms for Enthusiast?

Common alternatives include fan, aficionado, buff, devotee, supporter.

What is the opposite of Enthusiast?

Opposite meanings include apathetic, indifferent, disinterested.

What words go with Enthusiast?

It commonly pairs with car enthusiast, music enthusiast, sports enthusiast, art enthusiast, technology enthusiast.

What are common mistakes when using Enthusiast?

Confused with 'enthusiastic' which is an adjective. Used inappropriately as a verb or in plural form. Incorrectly applied to someone who is only slightly interested.

How do you pronounce Enthusiast?

US: /["/ɪnˈθuːziæst/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈθjuːziæst/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Enthusiast?

Use 'enthusiast' to describe someone with a strong interest in a subject or hobby. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Enthusiast?

"Enthusiast" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.