1. having or showing keen interest, enthusiasm, or impatient desire

Examples

• The students were eager to start their summer vacation.
• She gave an eager smile when she heard the good news.
• He was eager to please his new boss.
• The children waited with eager anticipation for the show to begin.
• I’m eager to hear your thoughts on the proposal.
• The eager volunteers arrived early to help set up.
• She seemed a bit too eager to accept the offer.