eager

/'i:gə/

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Word: Eager

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: The word "eager" means having or showing a strong interest or desire for something. When someone is eager, they are excited and impatient to do or get something.

Usage Instructions:

• "Eager" is typically used before a verb (eager to + verb) or before a noun (eager helpers).
• It conveys a sense of enthusiasm and a wish for something to happen.

Examples:

• Eager to learn: "She is eager to learn new languages."
• Eager to travel abroad: "He is eager to travel abroad after finishing his studies."
• Eager for success: "They are eager for success in their new project."
• Eager helpers: "The eager helpers arrived early to assist with the event."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "eager" can also express a sense of urgency or impatience. For example: - "The team was eager to present their ideas at the meeting."

Word Variants:

• Eagerness (noun): The state of being eager.
  • Example: "Her eagerness to help was appreciated by everyone."
• Eagerly (adverb): In an eager manner.
  • Example: "He eagerly accepted the invitation."

Different Meanings:

1. Literal Meaning (as defined above): Showing keen interest or desire.
2. Nautical Meaning: "Eager" can also refer to a high wave caused by tidal flow, though this usage is less common.

Synonyms:

• Enthusiastic
• Excited
• Zealous
• Anxious (in the sense of being keen)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

While "eager" does not have specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly associated with it, you can use related phrases: - "Eager beaver": A person who is very enthusiastic about doing their work and often goes beyond what is required. - Example: "She’s such an eager beaver; she always volunteers for extra projects."

Summary:

"Eager" is a positive word that expresses excitement and a strong desire to do something. It can be used in many contexts, from personal interests to professional aspirations.

Academic

Adjective

1. having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy
   • eager to learn
   • eager to travel abroad
   • eager for success
   • eager helpers
   • an eager look

Noun

1. a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary)

Synonyms

• tidal bore
• bore
• eagre
• aegir