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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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Each weekly plan, she proposes, should include at least one eagerly anticipated activity.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The 2025-26 Broadway season was characterized by long fallow periods interrupted by an onslaught of eagerly awaited openings.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

From his perch heading the influential tech incubator Y Combinator, his oracle-like pronouncements on Twitter were eagerly consumed by budding start-up founders.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

And it’s not just sportsbooks that are eagerly promoting parlays.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

“Did we make the record?” he asks eagerly.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan