enthused

Enthused is a word that functions as an adjective meaning filled with or showing intense interest, excitement, or admiration. It can also be the past participle of the verb enthuse, and in modern English is frequently used attributively or predicatively to describe people, groups, or events that express enthusiasm.

Etymology: From the verb enthuse, which derives from the noun enthusiasm, ultimately from Greek enthousiasmos meaning 'inspired by a god.' In English, enthuse appeared in the 19th century with senses related to arousing or expressing enthusiasm; enthused as a past participle emerged to describe someone who has been made enthusiastic or impressed.

Usage: Enthused is common in informal writing and speech, especially in media, personal blogs, and everyday conversation. Some traditional style guides favor more precise terms such as excited or interested, and treat enthuse as informal or colloquial. When used as a verb, enthuse is often followed by about or with: 'He enthused about the project' or 'The speaker enthused the crowd'.

Examples: 'The audience was enthused by the presentation.' 'She was enthused about the opportunity to travel.'

Related forms include enthusiasm (noun) and enthuse (verb).