Avidly: meaning, definitions and examples

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avidly

 

[ ˈævɪdli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

intense eagerness

Avidly is an adverb that describes an action done with great enthusiasm or eagerness. It suggests a strong desire and passion for the subject at hand. For example, someone might avidly read books or avidly follow a sports team. This word connotes a deep interest and fervent engagement, often leading to proactive involvement and excitement.

Synonyms

eagerly, enthusiastically, fervently, zealously

Examples of usage

  • She avidly pursued her studies in physics.
  • The fans avidly cheered for their team during the game.
  • He avidly collects rare coins.

Translations

Translations of the word "avidly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 avidamente

🇮🇳 उत्साहपूर्वक

🇩🇪 eifrig

🇮🇩 dengan antusias

🇺🇦 завзято

🇵🇱 zapaleń

🇯🇵 熱心に

🇫🇷 avec avidité

🇪🇸 ávidamente

🇹🇷 şevkle

🇰🇷 열렬히

🇸🇦 بشغف

🇨🇿 horlivě

🇸🇰 zapálené

🇨🇳 热切地

🇸🇮 zavzeto

🇮🇸 fúslega

🇰🇿 құштарлықпен

🇬🇪 მოწადინებით

🇦🇿 həvəsli

🇲🇽 ávidamente

Etymology

The word 'avidly' is derived from the adjective 'avid', which has its roots in the Latin word 'avidus', meaning 'eager' or 'greedy'. The term made its way into Middle English as 'avide', which maintained the sense of keen desire or intense enthusiasm. Over time, the adverbial form 'avidly' emerged to convey similar meanings. The usage of 'avidly' typically implies not just a passive interest but an active pursuit of interests, whether they be hobbies, subjects of study, or fandoms. The evolution of the word reflects the human inclination towards passionate engagement with various aspects of life, illustrating the intensity and often insatiable nature of such enthusiasm.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,117, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.