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Wordabulary

eager

Pronunciation
Adjective A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Wanting very much to do or have something.

"The students were eager to start the science experiment."

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Usage notes

"Eager" is usually followed by "to" plus a verb, as in "eager to learn."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The students were _____ to start the science experiment."

Answer: eager

In your own words, what does "eager" mean?

Wanting very much to do or have something.

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