eager

ea-ger · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Strongly wanting to do or have something; keenly enthusiastic.

  2. 2.

    Showing or characterized by keen expectancy or interest.

Phrases & expressions

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    Eager beaver — An overly enthusiastic or hardworking person.
  • •
    Eager to please — Willing to do whatever is necessary to satisfy others.

Related words

Antonyms: apathetic, indifferent, reluctant
See also: eagerly, enthusiasm, keen
Synonyms: anxious, avid, enthusiastic, keen

Etymology

From Old French aigre meaning "keen, sharp, sour," ultimately from Latin acer meaning "sharp, keen." The sense evolved from "sharp" to "keen" in terms of desire or enthusiasm.