What is the meaning of the word "eagerly"?

Definitions:

  1. Doing something with much excitement and enthusiasm. copy to clipboard ADVERB
    • On my first visit, the receptionist eagerly gave a tour of the facilities, enthusiastically pointing out all of the state-of-the-art equipment. copy to clipboard
  2. In a keenly, expectant or interested manner. copy to clipboard ADVERB
    • If you collect stamps, you might eagerly examine every stamped envelope you come across. copy to clipboard
  3. In a way that shows a strong interest or excitement about something. copy to clipboard ADVERB
    • When the opportunity to form a new theater with those artists presented itself, I accepted it eagerly. copy to clipboard

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