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Synonyms

avidly

American  
[av-id-lee] / ˈæv ɪd li /

adverb

  1. with great enthusiasm, interest, or desire; eagerly.

    As they talked, he followed their exchange avidly, his head turning back and forth between them as if he were watching a tennis match.


Other Word Forms

  • unavidly adverb

Etymology

Origin of avidly

avid ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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In one scene she attends a party with John Maynard Keynes, and she interrogates the economist much more avidly than she does the giant blue angel who materializes in Geoffrey’s bedroom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Templeman avidly avoided the public spotlight, with Branson describing her as a "down-to-earth Scottish lady" and "very private person" who almost never gave interviews.

From Barron's • Nov. 26, 2025

The sub-postmasters' plight struck a chord with many, and some "superfans" avidly followed every step of the inquiry, both online and in person.

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2024

That was in part because Howell had talks with the staff of then-coach Pete Carroll before the 2022 draft, when the Seahawks were avidly exploring QB options in the wake of the Russell Wilson trade.

From Seattle Times • May 30, 2024

Millions of Soviets were avidly following the progress of the match, fascinated by Fischer’s mastery.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady