Adjective
- 1. avid, devouring(prenominal), esurient, greedy, desirous (vs. undesirous), wishful
- usage: (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous; "avid for adventure"; "an avid ambition to succeed"; "fierce devouring affection"; "the esurient eyes of an avid curiosity"; "greedy for fame"
- 2. avid, zealous, enthusiastic (vs. unenthusiastic)
- usage: marked by active interest and enthusiasm; "an avid sports fan"
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