eagerness
Translation
eagerness
Examples
His eagerness to learn was impressive.
His eagerness to learn was impressive.
She couldn't hide her eagerness for the trip.
She couldn't hide her eagerness for the trip.
Grammar Patterns
eagerness to ((to-inf)) a strong desire to do sth. His eagerness to learn was impressive.
eagerness for ((sth.)) a strong desire for sth. She couldn't hide her eagerness for the trip.
Similar Words
Synonyms: enthusiasm, keenness, avidity; Antonyms: reluctance, apathy
Etymology
From the adjective 'eager' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ness', which indicates a state or quality.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ness' turns an adjective into a noun describing a state. So, 'eagerness' is the state of being 'eager'.