devouring

devouring
adjective
(often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous
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avid for adventure

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an avid ambition to succeed

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fierce devouring affection

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the esurient eyes of an avid curiosity

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greedy for fame

Syn: ↑avid, ↑esurient, ↑greedy
Similar to: ↑desirous, ↑wishful

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