Definitions: (1) keen or enthusiastic desire <especially to be helpful>; (2) interested in supporting others; (3) longing with positive anticipation; expectant
Derivation: Latin, “keen,” “sharp”
Synonyms: earnest, fervent, gung-ho, intense, zealous
Idioms:
• Bright eyed and bushy tailed.
• Be ready to take up the slack.
• Be prepared to tie up loose ends.
• Be keen on touching up the finer points.
Quotes:
• When a man is willing and eager the god’s join in. — Aeschylus (525–455 BC) The Father of Greek tragedy
• Expect your every need to be met, expect the answer to every problem, expect abundance on every level, expect to grow spiritually. — Eileen Caddy (1917-2006) English Co-founder of Findhorn
• I’m open for possibilities. I’m open for choices. I always welcome new ideas. I’m always eager to learn. I’m never going to close my mind from learning. — César Felipe Millán Favela (1969-) Mexican-American dog trainer
Symbol: zephyr flowers