EAGERNESS

eagerness. Eagerness, n. earnestness, keenness, violence, hotness

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Ea″ger‐ness, n. 1. 1. The state or quality of being eager; ardent desire. “The eagerness of love.” Addison.
2. 2. Tartness; sourness.
Syn. — Ardor; vehemence; earnestness; impetuosity; heartiness; fervor; fervency; avidity; zeal; craving; heat; passion; greediness.