Definition of avid

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • avid is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • avid is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • avid is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of avid


  • marked by active interest and enthusiasm (adjective)

    Examples

    1. an avid sports fan

    Synonyms

    1. zealous
  • (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous (adjective)

    Examples

    1. avid for adventure
    2. an avid ambition to succeed
    3. the esurient eyes of an avid curiosity

    Synonyms

    1. devouring
    2. esurient
    3. greedy

See definition of avid in Merriam Webster