“I’m anxious for the holidays.”
Usage Entry 506 / 1605 60-second read
Eager vs. Anxious
Looking forward versus worried.
The comparisoni
“I’m eager for the holidays.”
The ruleii
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EAGER = excited. ANXIOUS = worried.
Use EAGER for positive anticipation. Use ANXIOUS when there is real worry involved.
Memory aidiii
Remember it like this
ANXIOUS = anxiety."