Definition of "eager"

Kid-friendly meaning of eager, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "eager" mean?

eager (adjective) — really wanting to do something soon.

Part of speechAdjective Syllables2 (ea·ger)

Example sentences using "eager"

Grade K–2
I am eager to play.
Grade 3–5
He was eager to start his new science project as soon as he got home from school.
Grade 6–8
Job interviews tend to favor candidates who seem genuinely eager about the work itself rather than just looking for any paycheck, since sincerity is surprisingly hard to fake.

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