Avid vs. Enthusiast

Avid vs. Enthusiast — Is There a Difference?
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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 fame

Enthusiastnoun

(archaic) A person exhibiting over-zealous religious fervour.

Avidadjective

marked by active interest and enthusiasm;

an avid sports fana great walkeran eager beaver

Enthusiastnoun

an ardent and enthusiastic supporter of some person or activity

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Enthusiastnoun

a person having a strong liking for something