What is the meaning of elan?

noun

  • A feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause. )
    • usage: "they were imbued with a revolutionary ardor"; "he felt a kind of religious zeal"
  • Distinctive and stylish elegance.
    • usage: "he wooed her with the confident dash of a cavalry officer"
  • Enthusiastic and assured vigor and liveliness.
    • usage: "a performance of great elan and sophistication"
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