eager

(noun) a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary). Synonyms: tidal bore, bore, eagre, aegir.

(adj) having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy. Synonyms: eager (vs. uneager). Examples: "Eager to learn." "Eager to travel abroad." "Eager for success." "Eager helpers." "An eager look."