B2adverbemotions
US/ˈiː.ɡər.li/
UK/ˈiː.ɡə.li/
in a way that shows you really want to do or have something
In context
Fans are eagerly waiting for the band's new album this summer.
The children listened eagerly as their grandfather told stories about the old days.
She eagerly accepted the job offer before they could change their minds.
Words that go with eagerly
adverb + verb
- eagerly awaitedwaited for with great excitementThe eagerly awaited sequel finally came out last Friday.
- eagerly anticipatedlooked forward to with great excitementThe eagerly anticipated concert sold out in minutes.
verb + adverb
- nod eagerlymove your head up and down to show you strongly agreeThe children nodded eagerly when she offered them ice cream.
- listen eagerlypay close attention because you want to hear moreThe students listened eagerly to the astronaut's story.