(adj) (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous, Syn.greedy, devouring, esurient, Example: avid for adventure; an avid ambition to succeed; fierce devouring affection; the esurient eyes of an avid curiosity; greedy for fame
a. [ L. avidus, fr. av&unr_;re to long: cf. F. avide. See Avarice. ] Longing eagerly for; eager; greedy. “Avid of gold, yet greedier of renown.” Southey. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ L. aviditas, fr. avidus: cf. F. avidité. See Avid. ] Greediness; strong appetite; eagerness; intenseness of desire; as, to eat with avidity. [ 1913 Webster ]
His books were received and read with avidity. Milward. [ 1913 Webster ]
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