Spell Bee Word: eager

Basic Details

Word: Eager

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Wanting to do something very much; excited and enthusiastic.

Synonyms: Enthusiastic, impatient, keen

Antonyms: Indifferent, reluctant, apathetic

Idioms and Phrases

1. Eager beaver: A person who is very enthusiastic and works hard. Example: "She’s such an eager beaver; she’s always the first to volunteer for tasks."
2. On the edge of one's seat: To be very excited or anxious about something that is going to happen. Example: "The audience was on the edge of their seats during the thrilling movie."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The children were eager to play outside as soon as school ended.

Example 2: She was eager to learn how to bake her favourite cake.

Example 3: When the school announced a field trip, the students were eager to join.

Fun Fact

The word “eager” comes from the Latin word "aeger," which means “sick” or “grieving.” This is intriguing because it shows how our desires can sometimes be intense, almost like a longing!

Famous Quote

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." Eleanor Roosevelt, which reflects the eager spirit of achieving dreams.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "eager" mean?

a) Not interested
b) Wanting to do something very much
c) Very lazy
d) Tired

Answer: b) Wanting to do something very much

2. Which of these is a synonym of "eager"?

a) Indifferent
b) Enthusiastic
c) Tired
d) Boring

Answer: b) Enthusiastic

3. Which of these is an antonym of "eager"?

a) Keen
b) Reluctant
c) Excited
d) Happy

Answer: b) Reluctant

4. Which sentence uses "eager" correctly?

a) She was eager to start her homework as soon as she got home.
b) He was eager to sleep through the movie.
c) They were eager to just sit around all day.
d) She felt eager to ignore the teacher.

Answer: a) She was eager to start her homework as soon as she got home.

5. What does "eager beaver" mean?

a) A quiet person
b) A lazy worker
c) A person who is very enthusiastic and works hard
d) A person who dislikes work

Answer: c) A person who is very enthusiastic and works hard