avid

/ˈævɪd/
adjective
  1. Having or showing a strong interest or enthusiasm; eager.
    • The avid gardener spends every weekend tending to her flowers.
    • He is an avid fan of the local basketball team and never misses a game.
    • She is an avid reader who finishes several books each week.
  2. Wanting something very much; greedy or desirous (often followed by 'for').
    • The young journalist was avid for any information about the story.
    • The crowd was avid for a glimpse of the famous singer.
    • He was avid for praise after completing the difficult project.
What does "avid" mean? | whatsthatwordmean | whatsthatwordmean