He took an avid interest in the project.
Synonyms and exampleseagerShe was eager to help.
excitedThe children were very excited to go to the zoo.
enthusiasticHe was very enthusiastic about the idea of moving to Spain.
be dying for/to doI'm dying for a glass of water
raring toI've bought all the paint and I'm raring to get started on the decorating.
jump atShe jumped at the chance of a trip to Paris.
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If you areeager to do or have something, you want very much to do to or have it because you find it interesting or exciting.