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- Dictionaryeagerly/ˈiːɡəli/
adverb
- 1. used to emphasize a strong desire to do or have something: "original illustrations are eagerly sought by collectors"
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EAGERLY definition: 1. in a way that shows that you want to do or have something very much, especially something…. Learn more.
Eagerly definition: in a way that shows keen interest or fervent, often impatient desire or feeling. See examples of EAGERLY used in a sentence.
The meaning of EAGER is marked by enthusiastic or impatient desire or interest. How to use eager in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Eager.
EAGER definition: 1. wanting very much to do or have something, especially something interesting or enjoyable: 2…. Learn more.
If you do something eagerly, you do it with much excitement and enthusiasm. When it's your turn to hit the piñata at a party, you might grab the bat eagerly because you can't wait to take a swing. SKIP TO CONTENT
eagerly. adverb. /ˈiːɡəli/ /ˈiːɡərli/ in a way that shows great interest and excitement about something that is going to happen or about something that you want to do. the band’s eagerly awaited new album. They eagerly accepted my offer of hospitality. Take your English to the next level.
1. (postpositive; often foll by to or for) impatiently desirous (of); anxious or avid (for) he was eager to see her departure. 2. characterized by or feeling expectancy or great desire. an eager look. 3. archaic. tart or biting; sharp. Collins English Dictionary.
Define eagerly. eagerly synonyms, eagerly pronunciation, eagerly translation, English dictionary definition of eagerly. adj. ea·ger·er , ea·ger·est 1. Having or showing keen interest, intense desire, or impatient expectancy. See Usage Note at anxious. 2. Obsolete Tart; sharp;...
The rally had been eagerly attended, was sporadically enthusiastic, and left almost no impression once it was over. From The Daily Beast I entered the metal gates to an open courtyard full of inmates eagerly waiting for their own visitors.
1. enthusiastic, desirous. See avid. 2. fervent, zealous, fervid, intent, intense, earnest. 1, 2. indifferent, uninterested. 2. heedless. ea•ger2 (ē′ gər, ā′ gər), n. [ Chiefly Brit.] Oceanography, British Terms eagre. 'eagerly' also found in these entries (note: many are not synonyms or translations):
