eagerness
Translation
eagerness, keenness, enthusiasm
Examples
Her eagerness to learn was impressive.
Her eagerness to learn was impressive.
He couldn't hide his eagerness for the trip.
He couldn't hide his eagerness for the trip.
Grammar Patterns
((to-inf)) the state of wanting to do (sth.) Her eagerness to learn was impressive.
((for sth.)) the state of wanting to have (sth.) His eagerness for the trip was obvious.
Similar Words
Synonyms: enthusiasm, keenness, impatience; Antonyms: reluctance, apathy
Etymology
From the adjective 'eager' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ness', which indicates a state or quality.
Memory Tips
The state of being eager. The '-ness' suffix turns adjectives into nouns (e.g., happy -> happiness).