enthusiastically
Americanadverb
Other Word Forms
- antienthusiastically adverb
- hyperenthusiastically adverb
- nonenthusiastically adverb
- overenthusiastically adverb
- pseudoenthusiastically adverb
- quasi-enthusiastically adverb
- unenthusiastically adverb
Etymology
Origin of enthusiastically
First recorded in 1725–35; enthusiastic ( def. ) + -ally ( def. )
Example Sentences
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As she enthusiastically finishes describing the stages, Amy exclaims, “Wait, I forgot to tell you about the rally … It’s this just surge of energy and mental clarity. So enjoy the rally.”
From Los Angeles Times
A large group of Dodgers fans enthusiastically answered the call during an August home game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
From Los Angeles Times
Audience members, seated in neat rows and cradling cocktails, enthusiastically applaud.
From Los Angeles Times
Many supporters of change in Iran enthusiastically hailed the images as further evidence of Iranian women rejecting the restrictions placed by the authorities on what they can wear.
From BBC
Any Waffle House fan will know what that means–and enthusiastically dig into this kit for whipping up breakfast for 12.
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