der Eifer, die Begeisterung, Lebensfreude
to add gusto to = Reiz verleihen
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IN THE PRESS
"In multi-party Egypt, voters are angered by the fact that opposition parties are tolerated but prevented from winning elections. [When] offered a real chance to vote, Arabs have accepted with GUSTO. The obstacle has not been religion or tradition, but [the] refusal of those in power to accept the people's verdict."
(Radio Free Europe reporting a lead article from The Economist - 22.03.2002)
Did you know?
Did you know?
The main meaning of gusto means vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment.
It dates from 1620 and comes from the from Latin gustus - taste.
Synonyms are: relish, zest, zestfulness
"Although English is not his native language, Fritz delivered the opening speech with great gusto".