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- DictionaryGus·to/ˈɡəstō/
noun
- 1. enjoyment or vigor in doing something; zest: "she sang it with gusto"
- 2. style of artistic execution. archaic
gusto. noun [ U ] us / ˈɡʌs.toʊ / uk / ˈɡʌs.təʊ /. Add to word list. Add to word list. great energy, enthusiasm, and enjoyment that is experienced by someone taking part in an activity, especially a performance: with gusto Everyone joined in the singing with great gusto. Synonyms. relish.
Gusto is Italian for “taste,” and its Italian origins are evident both in its spelling, with its “o” ending, and its sense of “a taste for life." Use this word to describe vigorous activities — you probably wouldn’t "take a nap with gusto," even if you really enjoy napping.
Definition of gusto noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Gusto definition: hearty or keen enjoyment, as in eating or drinking, or in action or speech in general. See examples of GUSTO used in a sentence.
5 days ago · noun Word forms: plural -toes. 1. hearty or keen enjoyment, as in eating or drinking, or in action or speech in general. to dance with gusto. 2. individual taste or liking. SYNONYMS 1. enthusiasm, delight, relish, zest, spirit, fervor. Most material © 2005, 1997, 1991 by Penguin Random House LLC.
Origin gusto (1600-1700) Italian Latin gustus “taste, liking”, from gustare; GUSTATORY. gusto meaning, definition, what is gusto: Definition ...: Learn more.
Definition of gusto – Learner’s Dictionary. gusto. noun. uk / ˈɡʌstəʊ / us. with gusto. with a lot of energy and enthusiasm: Everyone joined in the singing with great gusto. Preparing for your Cambridge English exam? Get ready with Test&Train, the online practice tool from Cambridge.
