Learn how to use the comparative “more eager” and superlative “most eager” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “eager”?

The comparative form of “eager” is “more eager”.

Example

She is more eager to learn than her classmates.

Example

He became more eager to travel after seeing pictures of exotic destinations.

What is the superlative form of “eager”?

The superlative form of “eager” is “most eager”.

Example

Out of all the applicants, she was the most eager to join the team.

Example

He is considered the most eager student in the class.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "eager" to form the comparative and superlative forms. Using "eagerer" or "eagerest" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Eager" follows the regular pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives: - Comparative form: Eager → More eager - Superlative form: Eager → Most eager

Expressions with similar meanings to “more eager”

Having a strong desire or interest in something.

Example

He is keen to start his new job.

Showing great excitement or interest in something.

Example

The students were enthusiastic about the upcoming field trip.

Having or showing strong emotions or beliefs about something.

Example

She is passionate about environmental conservation.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most eager”

Showing great excitement or interest in something.

Example

She is the most enthusiastic participant in the competition.

Having the strongest desire or interest in something.

Example

He is the keenest supporter of the project.

Having or showing the strongest emotions or beliefs about something.

Example

She is the most passionate advocate for animal rights.

Using than with comparative “more eager”

When using the comparative form "more eager" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She is more eager to learn than her classmates." Here, "than" is used to show that her level of eagerness is higher than the level of eagerness of her classmates.

How can I use this expression in context?

“more eager” and “most eager” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Learning

    She is more eager to learn than her classmates.

    She is more eager to learn than her classmates.

  • 2Travel

    He became more eager to travel after seeing pictures of exotic destinations.

    He became more eager to travel after seeing pictures of exotic destinations.

  • 3Competition

    Out of all the participants, she is the most eager to win.

    Out of all the participants, she is the most eager to win.

  • 4Support

    He is the most eager supporter of the cause.

    He is the most eager supporter of the cause.

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