Vocabulary

Gusto

English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.

English meaning
enjoyment and enthusiasm in doing something
Urdu meaning
شوق، زوق، چاشنی
Example sentences (from Dawn)

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  1. It`s only logical then that the same gusto with which we`re embracing a racing technology is shown for periodically updated policies and dedicated departments.
  2. Several weeks before it struck Iran, Israel hosted the former Shah of Iran`s son, Reza Pahalvi, and welcomed him with a gusto usually reserved for heads of state.
  3. On the face of it, PPP stands out as the only political outfit determined to whip up hope and gusto.
Synonyms
enthusiasm, relish, appetite, enjoyment, delight, glee, pleasure, satisfaction

Antonyms
apathy, distaste
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