Avid vs. Enthusiast

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Difference Between Avid and Enthusiast
Avidadjective
enthusiastic; keen; eager; showing great interest in something or desire to do something
I'm an avid reader.Enthusiastnoun
A person filled with or guided by enthusiasm.
Avidadjective
(often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous;
avid for adventurean avid ambition to succeedfierce devouring affectionthe esurient eyes of an avid curiositygreedy for fameEnthusiastnoun
(archaic) A person exhibiting over-zealous religious fervour.
Avidadjective
marked by active interest and enthusiasm;
an avid sports fana great walkeran eager beaverEnthusiastnoun
an ardent and enthusiastic supporter of some person or activity
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Enthusiastnoun
a person having a strong liking for something