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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Little wonder that the chancellor and PM are eagerly hoping for an end to hostilities in the Gulf, and a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

My husband and I eagerly answered my cell, expecting another joyful visit with our granddaughter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Shares of AST SpaceMobile are rocketing higher on Monday as investors eagerly await the SpaceX rival to report first-quarter earnings.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

SpaceX’s eagerly awaited initial public offering may finally be drawing closer.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

His hand reached out, his hot fingers clinging to Torak’s as eagerly as a child.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

eagerly

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