What is the meaning of eagerness?

noun

  • A positive feeling of wanting to push ahead with something.
  • Prompt willingness.
    • usage: "readiness to continue discussions"; "they showed no eagerness to spread the gospel"; "they disliked his zeal in demonstrating his superiority"; "he tried to explain his forwardness in battle"
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