B2adverbemotions
US/ɪnˌθuː.ziˈæs.tɪ.kli/
UK/ɪnˌθjuː.ziˈæs.tɪ.kli/
in a way that shows strong interest, excitement and eagerness
In context
The crowd cheered enthusiastically when the team walked onto the field.
She talked enthusiastically about her plans for the summer.
Students responded enthusiastically to the new teaching method.
Words that go with enthusiastically
verb + adverb
- respond enthusiasticallyVoters responded enthusiastically to the mayor's speech.
- cheer enthusiasticallyThe fans cheered enthusiastically after the goal.
- nod enthusiasticallyHe nodded enthusiastically when I suggested the trip.
- greet enthusiasticallyThe children greeted their teacher enthusiastically.
- applaud enthusiasticallyThe audience applauded enthusiastically at the end.
- talk enthusiasticallyHe talks enthusiastically about his new job.