Enthusiastly

/ɛnˌθjuːziˈæstɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In an enthusiastic manner; with passionate energy and eager interest.

Etymology

From enthusiastic + -ly, where -ly converts adjectives to adverbs. Though less common than 'enthusiastically,' this archaic form preserves an older adverbial construction.

Kelly Says

You'll rarely see this word today—'enthusiastically' has won out completely. It's like watching language evolution in real time: longer, more standard forms eventually beat out quirky variations.

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