avid
ˈævɪd
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Definition of avid - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

enthusiasticshowing great enthusiasm or interest
  • She is an avid reader of mystery novels.
  • He's an avid supporter of local sports teams.
  • An avid gardener, she spends hours in her garden.
eager keen
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Expressions with avid

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person who plays video games frequently and enthusiastically
He is an avid gamer who spends hours playing every day.
someone who hunts frequently and with great passion
As an avid hunter, she knows all the best spots for game.
person who runs regularly and with enthusiasm
She is an avid runner who trains every morning.
someone who swims regularly and with enthusiasm
She is an avid swimmer who trains every morning.
person who uses something frequently
He is an avid user of the gym's facilities.

Origin of avid

Latin, avidus (eager)

Terms with avid included in their meaning

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avid reader
person who loves reading books
avid reader
person who devours books
avid reader
person who reads extensively

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  1. French:avide, ...
  2. German:leidenschaftlich, ...
  3. Italian:appassionato, ...
  4. Spanish:ávido, ...
  5. Portuguese:ávido, ...
  6. Chinese:热衷的, ...
  7. Japanese:熱心な, ...
  8. Arabic:نَهِم, ...
  9. Hebrew:נִלְהָב, ...
  10. Russian:заядлый, ...
  11. Ukrainian:завзятий, ...
  12. Hindi:उत्साही, ...

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