gusto
noun
gus·to
ˈgə-(ˌ)stō 
plural gustoes
1
a
: an individual or special taste
different gustoes
b
: enthusiastic and vigorous enjoyment or appreciation
described the adventure with great gusto
c
: vitality marked by an abundance of vigor and enthusiasm
could not match the gusto of their competitors
2
archaic
: artistic style
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Examples of gusto in a Sentence
I don't have the gusto to go on a strenuous hike right now.
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Meagan Navarro, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2024
Today’s puzzle is a bit of a tricky one, though one with a bit of gusto to warm up your little grey cells.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Indeed, all the guys embrace the activity with gusto — hoping to impress Joan with their easygoing nature and athletic prowess.
—Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 17 Oct. 2024
The economy was recovering with gusto when Biden-Harris took office.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
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“Gusto.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gusto. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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gusto
noun
gus·to
ˈgəs-tō
: keen enjoyment or appreciation
eat with gusto
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