ə̇nˈth(y)üz, en- verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: back-formation from enthusiasm, enthusiast, enthusiastic
transitive verb
1. : to make enthusiastic
enthuse her with the potential pleasing power of the merchandise at her disposal — Fashion Accessories
2. : to express (as an opinion) with enthusiasm
“a sweet little town”, he enthused — Lawrence Constable
intransitive verb
: to grow enthusiastic : express enthusiastic sentiments
they are always ready to enthuse over arms, the romance of heraldry and the family — L.G.Pine