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Definition of avidness

avidness

/ˈæv.ɪd.nəs/
av · id · ness
Adverb:avidly
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Adjective:avid
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avidness Lexical Profile

avidness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or state of having a keen interest, intense eagerness, or enthusiastic dedication toward an activity or pursuit.

Example

"Her avidness for learning foreign languages allowed her to converse fluently with locals wherever she traveled."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "avidness" and "avidity" are interchangeable in general contexts to mean keen enthusiasm, "avidity" is generally preferred in formal writing and has a distinct technical meaning in biochemistry regarding the binding strength of antibodies.

• Nearby Words

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avidly
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Avidness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/avidness
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