Eagerly

Pronunciation: /ˈiːɡərli/

Definitions of eagerly

adverb Eagerly is an adverb that describes how an action is performed with enthusiasm or eagerness.

Example Sentences

A1 She eagerly opened the present on her birthday.

A2 The children eagerly waited for the ice cream truck to arrive.

B1 He eagerly accepted the job offer as it was his dream role.

B2 The fans eagerly lined up outside the stadium to meet their favorite athlete.

C1 The scientist eagerly awaited the results of the experiment that could change the course of history.

C2 The students eagerly participated in the debate competition, showcasing their skills and knowledge.

Examples of eagerly in a Sentence

formal The students eagerly awaited the results of their exams.

informal I eagerly opened the package to see what was inside.

slang She was eagerly looking forward to the concert.

figurative The artist eagerly painted away, lost in their creative process.

Grammatical Forms of eagerly

• past tense: eagered
• plural: eagerly
• comparative: more eagerly
• superlative: most eagerly
• present tense: eager
• future tense: will eagerly
• perfect tense: have eagerly
• continuous tense: is eagerly
• singular: eagerly
• positive degree: eager
• infinitive: to eagerly
• gerund: eagering
• participle: eagered

Origin and Evolution of eagerly

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'eagerly' originated from the Old French word 'egre', meaning sharp or keen.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'eagerly' has evolved to convey enthusiasm, excitement, and a strong desire for something.