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enthousiasme

enthusiasm

noun ahn-too-ZYAZM Rare
Mind & Emotions Emotions

Origin: Greek enthousiasmos, from entheos (inspired by a god)

Usage Note

Enthousiasme is masculine — un enthousiasme débordant (overflowing enthusiasm). The verb s'enthousiasmer pour means 'to get enthusiastic about something'. The adjective enthousiaste is the same for both genders, and enthousiasmer can also be used transitively: cela m'enthousiasme ('that excites me').

Examples

"Elle parle de son projet avec beaucoup d'enthousiasme."

Natural Translation

She talks about her project with great enthusiasm.

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