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
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Examples of enthusiast in a Sentence
skiing enthusiasts can't wait for the first snowfall of the season
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This car’s valuation is helped by the fact, not only was it owned by Senna, but that the NSX in general was a benchmark and turning point in the history of the supercar, and values of standard examples are fast appreciating as savvy enthusiasts seek to add this modern classic to their collections.
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Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
Meanwhile, fitness enthusiasts can break a sweat at the on-site gym or partake in beachside group classes led by certified instructors.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 7 May 2024
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Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
Meanwhile, fitness enthusiasts can break a sweat at the on-site gym or partake in beachside group classes led by certified instructors.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 7 May 2024
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“Enthusiast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enthusiast. Accessed 13 May. 2024.
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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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