enthusiast
13 synonyms for enthusiast, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who is very keen and passionate about a particular subject or activity.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use enthusiast
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fitness enthusiast
car enthusiast
a true enthusiast
Etymology
From Ancient Greek enthousiastes, related to "enthusiasm."
Full origin of enthusiast →Frequently asked questions
What does “enthusiast” mean?
The word “enthusiast” means a person who is very keen and passionate about a particular subject or activity. In plain terms, someone who is deeply into and excited about a particular hobby or interest.
How do you pronounce “enthusiast”?
“Enthusiast” is pronounced ihn-THOO-zee-ast (/ənˈθuziˌɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “enthusiast” in a sentence?
Here is “enthusiast” used in a sentence: “He's a real car enthusiast who spends every weekend at the garage.”
What is another word for “enthusiast”?
Words with a similar meaning to “enthusiast” include addict, buff, aficionado, amateur, devotee and fancier.
What part of speech is “enthusiast”?
“Enthusiast” is a noun.
Where does the word “enthusiast” come from?
The word “enthusiast” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek enthousiastes, related to "enthusiasm.".
Is “enthusiast” a common word?
“Enthusiast” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
