as in lover
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
skiing enthusiasts can't wait for the first snowfall of the season
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Recent Examples of enthusiast
The World Cup is fast approaching—need something for the soccer enthusiast?
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024
Outside of music, Kent was a revered shoe enthusiast.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 25 Oct. 2024
This commitment to quality and authenticity has made The RealReal a trusted destination for eco-conscious shoppers and luxury enthusiasts alike.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 23 Oct. 2024
In recent seasons, NBA fans and and fashion enthusiasts alike have relished in seeing their favorite players arrive to games in brands like Thom Browne, Marni, Rick Owens, Prada, and Bottega Veneta, as well as emerging labels such as Who Decides War and Russell Westbrook's brand Honor the Gift.
—Taylor Anderson, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2024
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024
Outside of music, Kent was a revered shoe enthusiast.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 25 Oct. 2024
This commitment to quality and authenticity has made The RealReal a trusted destination for eco-conscious shoppers and luxury enthusiasts alike.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 23 Oct. 2024
In recent seasons, NBA fans and and fashion enthusiasts alike have relished in seeing their favorite players arrive to games in brands like Thom Browne, Marni, Rick Owens, Prada, and Bottega Veneta, as well as emerging labels such as Who Decides War and Russell Westbrook's brand Honor the Gift.
—Taylor Anderson, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiast
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This immersive cooking school is an ideal gift for food lovers who want to increase their culinary skills and gain a deeper appreciation for the art of cooking.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Baked, roasted, or sauteed, butternut squash is a favorite among many a squash lover.Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024
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To hear Nichushkin tell it after a 5-2 loss to the Washington Capitals, the warm vibes from the fans and teammates could have melted the ice.Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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But Kerr’s point stands: Only casual fans would ever use basic counting stats to try to capture Green’s impact.Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Ordinarily, getting offended by a Bill Burr joke is a sucker’s game.Joe Berkowitz, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2024
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And get stranded with a big band in Europe, and some sucker is gonna come talk to me about sellin’ out.August Brown, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Every Black Friday fanatic has experienced a deal going out of stock.Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 1 Nov. 2024
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The mystery surrounding his death is perhaps his greatest tale — sorry The Tell-Tale Heart fanatics.Marina Watts, People.com, 7 Oct. 2024
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In the franchise that's become way too timely for comfort, the first film is tops, with Ethan Hawke trying to keep his family safe from masked maniacs during an all-night legal crime spree.Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 25 Oct. 2024
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To let mystics into this realm leads to error, disorder, and insurrection—to government by fanatics, maniacs, and despots claiming divinity.Simon Critchley, Harper's Magazine, 23 Sep. 2024
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“Enthusiast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiast. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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