De enthousiasme
Example: Haar enthousiasme voor kunst inspireert iedereen om mee te doen.
Definition
"Enthousiasme" refers to a feeling of intense excitement or eagerness towards something, often inspiring motivation and active participation. For example, "Haar enthousiasme voor kunst inspireert iedereen om mee te doen" means her enthusiasm for art inspires everyone to join in.
Etymology
The word "enthousiasme" originates from the Greek word 'enthousiasmos,' meaning to be inspired or possessed by a divine spirit. It entered Dutch through French and Latin, carrying the sense of passionate excitement and inspiration. Did you know? The original Greek root implies a kind of divine madness or inspiration.
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"De enthousiasme" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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