enthusiast
noun
en·thu·si·ast
in-ˈthü-zē-ˌast 
-əst,
en-,
also -ˈthyü-
: a person filled with enthusiasm: such as
a
: one who is ardently attached to a cause, object, or pursuit
a sports car enthusiast
b
: one who tends to become ardently absorbed in an interest
Examples of enthusiast in a Sentence
skiing enthusiasts can't wait for the first snowfall of the season
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Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Discovery Cove offers a truly unique waterpark experience that aquatic life enthusiasts will adore.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 23 July 2025
The new ownership piloted the 2004 launch of the Pershing 50, which proved popular with speed enthusiasts who also wanted comfort and style.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 23 July 2025
Shark enthusiasts can watch 20 hours of content ranging from rare footage and conservation efforts to video of feeding frenzies.
—Irit Skulnik, Baltimore Sun, 22 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for enthusiast
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“Enthusiast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enthusiast. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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enthusiast
noun
en·thu·si·ast
in-ˈth(y)ü-zē-ˌast
-əst
: a person filled with enthusiasm
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