eager
Translation
eager, keen, enthusiastic
Examples
She was eager to start her new job.
She was eager to start her new job.
He has an eager mind, always asking questions.
He has an eager mind, always asking questions.
They were eager for news about their family.
They were eager for news about their family.
Grammar Patterns
((to-inf)) wanting to do (sth.) very much She was eager to start her new job.
((for sth.)) wanting to have (sth.) very much They were eager for news.
Similar Words
Synonyms: keen, enthusiastic, impatient; Antonyms: reluctant, apathetic
Etymology
From Old French 'aigre' (keen, sharp), from Latin 'acer' (sharp, keen).
Memory Tips
Think of an eagle, sharp-eyed and 'eager' to spot its prey. The words sound similar.