English · Emotions & Feelings
eagerness
ˈiːɡərnəs
[ˈiːɡərnəs]
keen enthusiasm
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A strong feeling of wanting to do something.
Example
His eagerness to help impressed the teacher.
His eagerness to help impressed the teacher.
Etymology
From 'eager' plus '-ness'.
How & Where It’s Used
Names the quality of being enthusiastic and willing.