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Eagerly vs Enthusiastic - What's the difference?

eagerly | enthusiastic |

As an adverb eagerly

is in an eager manner.

As an adjective enthusiastic is

with zealous fervor; excited, motivated.

eagerly

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In an eager manner.

    • Synonyms

    * heartily, with a will

    Related terms

    * (l)

    enthusiastic

    English

    (enthusiasm)

    Alternative forms

    * (l) (obsolete)

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • With zealous fervor; excited, motivated.
    • A young man of a visionary and enthusiastic character. — W. Irving.
    an enthusiastic lover of art

    Derived terms

    * (l)

    Related terms

    * (l) * (l)