avid

• Beschreibt eine Person, die sehr eifrig, begeistert und bestrebt ist, sich mit einer bestimmten Tätigkeit oder einem Interesse zu befassen. Bezeichnet auch ein starkes, unersättliches Verlangen oder Interesse.

Describes someone who is very enthusiastic and eager about a particular activity or interest.

1. Enthusiastic or keenB2formal

   Having a strong interest or enthusiasm for something.

   Begeistert

   • She is an avid reader of science fiction novels.
   • He is an avid supporter of the local football team.
   • They are avid collectors of vintage stamps.

   Synonymeardentdedicateddevotedeagerenthusiasticferventintensekeenpassionatezealous

   Antonymeapatheticindifferentlukewarmunenthusiasticuninterested

2. Eager or greedyC1formal

   Showing a strong desire or craving for something, often in a negative sense.

   Gierig

   • He was an avid seeker of fame and fortune.
   • The politician was avid for power and influence.
   • Her avid pursuit of wealth left little time for family.

   Synonymeavariciouscovetousgraspinggreedyinsatiablerapaciousvoracious

   Antonymeapatheticindifferentreluctantuninterested