Definition of avid
1
: characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
avid readers/fans an avid golfer
2
: desirous to the point of greed : urgently eager : greedy
avid for publicity/success
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The first known use of avid was in 1769
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