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What the verb for enthusiastic?

There isn't one single verb that perfectly captures the meaning of "enthusiastic."

However, depending on the context, you could use several verbs to express enthusiasm:

For general enthusiasm:

* Exuberant: This implies a lively and cheerful enthusiasm.

* Eager: This implies a strong desire and anticipation.

* Excited: This focuses on a feeling of heightened emotion and anticipation.

* Passionate: This emphasizes a strong, deep-seated enthusiasm.

For showing enthusiasm:

* Cheer: This implies a joyful and enthusiastic expression.

* Shout: This implies a loud and enthusiastic expression.

* Jump: This implies a physical expression of excitement.

* Clap: This implies a physical expression of approval and excitement.

For expressing enthusiasm in a specific area:

* Embrace: This implies welcoming something with enthusiasm.

* Advocate: This implies enthusiastically supporting a cause or idea.

* Promote: This implies enthusiastically encouraging or supporting something.

The best verb to use will depend on the specific context and the nuance you want to convey.

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