Entry Word: solicitous

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others <a most solicitous husband, he had already cleaned the house and cooked dinner by the time his wife returned home from work> — see thoughtful 1
2 showing urgent desire or interest <a family that is solicitous to put this whole unfortunate affair behind them and to move on with their lives> — see eager