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Gusto

Definition

(formal) Enthusiasm, energy, and excitement, especially when doing something that you enjoy; a strong and lively quality that makes something more enjoyable or interesting. Often used to describe a performance, a work of art, or a person's approach to an activity.

Example Sentences

1The conductor's interpretation of the symphony was marked by a sense of gusto that was infectious, spreading to the entire orchestra.
2Does the artist's use of bold colours and dynamic brushstrokes convey a sense of gusto, or is it merely a superficial attempt to appear energetic?
3Her approach to teaching was characterized by a gusto that inspired her students to engage more deeply with the material.
4The film's climax lacked the gusto of the earlier action sequences, feeling somewhat subdued by comparison.
5There is a certain gusto to the way he tackles complex mathematical problems, a sense of relishing the challenge that is admirable.

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