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Uneager

/ʌˈniːɡə/ · adjective

Meaning

Not eager..

Example Sentences

She saw the young Corinthian Lycius / Charioting foremost in the envious race, / Like a young Jove with calm uneager face, / And fell into a swooning love of him.
His voice was unexcited, uneager.
The sound of running water came from the bathroom. I listened with my hand on the doorknob, uneager to catch Simone Delage in the act of clipping her toenails.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does uneager mean?

Uneager means Not eager..

What is a synonym for uneager?

Common synonyms include reluctant.

What is the opposite of uneager?

Possible antonyms include eager.

How do you use uneager in a sentence?

She saw the young Corinthian Lycius / Charioting foremost in the envious race, / Like a young Jove with calm uneager face, / And fell into a swooning love of him.

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