Av·id a. Longing eagerly for; eager; greedy. “Avid of gold, yet greedier of renown.”
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avid
adj 1: (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous;
"avid for adventure"; "an avid ambition to succeed";
"fierce devouring affection"; "the esurient eyes of an
avid curiosity"; "greedy for fame" [syn: devouring(a),
esurient, greedy]
2: marked by active interest and enthusiasm; "an avid sports
fan"; "a great walker"; "an eager beaver" [syn: great, eager,
zealous]