Enthusiasm ( page 153 ).
Questions.
1. In what sense was enthusiasm formerly used? 2. What is now its prevalent and controlling meaning? 3. How does zeal differ from enthusiasm?
Examples.
An ardent —— leads to great results in exposing certain evils.
His —— was contagious and they rushed into battle.
The precept had its use; it could make men feel it right to be humane, and desire to be so, but it could never inspire them with an —— of humanity.