Basic Details
Word: Enthusiastic
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Showing a lot of excitement and interest in something.
Synonyms: Eager, excited, passionate, zealous
Antonyms: Indifferent, apathetic, uninterested
Idioms and Phrases
- On cloud nine: Feeling extremely happy and enthusiastic. Example: "After receiving the award, she was on cloud nine for the rest of the day."
- Jumping for joy: To be extremely happy and enthusiastic about something. Example: "He was jumping for joy when he heard he passed the exam."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The young artist was enthusiastic about sharing her new painting at the exhibition.
Example 2: Our enthusiastic teacher always has exciting activities planned for us in class.
Example 3: The children's enthusiastic cheers filled the stadium as their team scored a goal.
Fun Fact
The word "enthusiastic" comes from the Greek word "enthousiasmos," which means "to be possessed by a god, to be inspired," showing that enthusiasm has been associated with deep passion and excitement throughout history!
Famous Quote
"Enthusiasm is the mother of effort, and without it nothing great was ever achieved." Ralph Waldo Emerson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "enthusiastic" mean?
a) Showing boredom
b) Showing excitement
c) Showing anger
d) Showing sadness
Answer: b) Showing excitement
2. Which of these is a synonym of "enthusiastic"?
a) Apathetic
b) Eager
c) Uninterested
d) Indifferent
Answer: b) Eager
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "enthusiastic"?
a) Excited
b) Indifferent
c) Passionate
d) Zealous
Answer: b) Indifferent
4. Which sentence correctly uses "enthusiastic"?
a) She was very enthusiastic about trying out the new roller coaster.
b) He was enthusiastic to sleep through the movie.
c) They were enthusiastic about leaving.
d) The grass was enthusiastic under the sun.
Answer: a) She was very enthusiastic about trying out the new roller coaster.
5. What does it mean to be "on cloud nine"?
a) To be unsatisfied
b) To feel extremely happy and enthusiastic
c) To feel confused
d) To feel tired
Answer: b) To feel extremely happy and enthusiastic
