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Eagerness


E'AGERNESS, 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.