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Webster 1913 Edition

Eagerness

Ea′ger-ness

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Noun.
1.
The state or quality of being eager; ardent desire.
“The eagerness of love.”
Addison.
Syn. – Ardor; vehemence; earnestness; impetuosity; heartiness; fervor; fervency; avidity; zeal; craving; heat; passion; greediness.

Webster 1828 Edition

Eagerness

E'AGERNESS

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Noun.
Ardent desire to do, pursue or obtain any thing; animated zeal; vehement longing; ardor of inclination. Men pursue honor with eagerness. Detraction is often received with eagerness. With eagerness the soldier rushes to battle. The lover's eagerness often disappoints his hopes.
1.
Tartness; sourness.

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