Associations to the word «Enthusiasm»

Wiktionary

ENTHUSIASM, noun. (obsolete or historical) Possession by a god; divine inspiration or frenzy.
ENTHUSIASM, noun. Intensity of feeling; excited interest or eagerness.
ENTHUSIASM, noun. Something in which one is keenly interested.

Dictionary definition

ENTHUSIASM, noun. A feeling of excitement.
ENTHUSIASM, noun. Overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval.
ENTHUSIASM, noun. A lively interest; "enthusiasm for his program is growing".

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke