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Definitions

eagerly

[ee-ger-lee] / ˈi gər li /
ADVERB
anxiously
Synonyms
STRONGEST
actively ardently breathlessly cordially earnestly energetically enthusiastically fervently gladly heartily hungrily impatiently intently longingly promptly readily sincerely vigorously willingly zealously
STRONG
thirstily
WEAK
anticipatorily cravingly expectantly fiercely full tilt rapidly speedily spiritedly strenuously with enthusiasm with gusto zestfully
Antonyms
WEAK
grudgingly listlessly unwillingly

Example Sentences

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Some of those eagerly sought to enlighten their charges, while a few others grew to see – or claimed to see – an unbridgeable chasm between the ivory tower and mass cultural aspiration.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

He eagerly allowed himself to be wrapped into a sash and joined the formation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

And it also proved how eagerly people were willing to adopt open-source platforms.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

He knew Xerox desired to invest in Apple, which would soon go public in one of the most eagerly anticipated stock offerings of the era.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Father eagerly took on the job of teaching me.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom