raring

adjective

ˈrer-ən How to pronounce raring (audio)
Definition of raringnext
as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest we'd gotten up so early that by the time eight o'clock rolled around, we were raring to get started on the hike

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Recent Examples of raring Artan is now raring to show his skills and that of his continent on the European stage. — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for raring
  1. excited
  2. eager
  3. enthusiastic
  4. avid
  5. anxious
  6. keen
  7. hungry
Adjective
  • The Fear Economy Pew Research found in August 2026 that 52% of Americans are more concerned than excited about AI, up from 37% in 2021.
    — Bob Pearson, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Upon their arrival, the couple stopped to greet excited fans, several of whom had brought them flowers.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of excited
Adjective
  • A couple of days before the Ann Demeulemeester show at Paris Fashion Week, eager models are standing in the foyer of the brand’s studio in the Marais, waiting patiently with their picture in hand.
    — Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026
  • But why are these other streamers so eager to get in the creator business?
    — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of eager
Adjective
  • Support from the faculty was enthusiastic, and Louise worked closely with professors in many departments to ensure the museum’s exhibitions complemented their classes.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
  • In that raucous public square known as Reddit, anti-Trumpers are planning protests, evidence that Trump should not expect an overwhelmingly enthusiastic welcome in the traditionally red Sunflower State.
    — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of enthusiastic
Adjective
  • Advertisement As a result, many older users who may have only had glancing interactions with AI have become avid users.
    — Andrew R. Chow, Time, 22 Oct. 2026
  • For avid safari-goers, this is a particularly great spot to learn more about the initiatives and efforts that go into conservation work for specific wildlife.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of avid
Adjective
  • There’s also reassuring initial bite at the top of the travel, yet the setup doesn’t feel grabby or overly anxious in everyday driving situations.
    — Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Gong’s collection followed the emotional arc of unrequited love, from the first spark and the anxious wait to the social-media sleuthing, a date, and the sudden disappearance that follows.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of anxious
Adjective
  • There's good reason families are increasingly keen to cut college costs.
    — Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The textual literalism that dominates the action is shown up by a few moments of keen-eyed observation—above all, in a calm but mighty reveal in Alberto’s episode.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of keen
Adjective
  • Big tech firms in the US are pouring billions into advanced nuclear power to feed energy-hungry artificial intelligence.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The Dodgers needed a healthy Ohtani to deal with a young, hungry ballclub like the Brewers.
    — Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of hungry

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“Raring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raring. Accessed 22 Oct. 2026.

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