eagerly
EE-guh-lee
Eagerly (adv) means In a way that shows keen enthusiasm or desire. Example: “The dog waited eagerly by the door for its walk.”
adv
1
In a way that shows keen enthusiasm or desire.
"The dog waited eagerly by the door for its walk."
How to use eagerly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing something with visible enthusiasm or impatience to get started.
Common pairings
wait eagerly
eagerly anticipated
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more eagerly
- Superlative
- most eagerly
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Etymology
Came from Middle English egerly, equivalent to eager + -ly.
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What does “eagerly” mean?
The word “eagerly” means in a way that shows keen enthusiasm or desire. In plain terms, doing something with visible enthusiasm or impatience to get started.
How do you pronounce “eagerly”?
“Eagerly” is pronounced EE-guh-lee (/ˈiɡɚli/ in IPA).
How do you use “eagerly” in a sentence?
Here is “eagerly” used in a sentence: “The dog waited eagerly by the door for its walk.”
What part of speech is “eagerly”?
“Eagerly” is an adverb.
Is “eagerly” a common word?
“Eagerly” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
