Synonyms for Eager
Definition of eager
adjective
- having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy; "eager to learn"; "eager to travel abroad"; "eager for success"; "eager helpers"; "an eager look"
noun
- a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary)
8 synonyms found
Writing tips for "eager"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like avid, bore, enthusiastic can replace "eager" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 8 alternatives available, "eager" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Eager" in song lyrics
See how eager is used in real songs:
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"When I was younger I was so eager"
Bizarre f/ Eminem — Hip Hop -
"Catch a fever, I'm sweatin cause I'm eager"
Kings of Swing — Swing Fever -
"Pedal meet to divas, eagle spread eager"
Pegz f/ Funkoars — Block to Block