Antonyms of adj avid

2 senses of avid

Sense 1
avid, devouring (prenominal), esurient, greedy -- ((often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous; "avid for adventure"; "an avid ambition to succeed"; "fierce devouring affection"; "the esurient eyes of an avid curiosity"; "greedy for fame")

INDIRECT (VIA desirous) -> undesirous, undesiring -- (having or feeling no desire; "a very private man, totally undesirous of public office")

Sense 2
avid, zealous -- (marked by active interest and enthusiasm; "an avid sports fan")

INDIRECT (VIA enthusiastic) -> unenthusiastic -- (not enthusiastic; lacking excitement or ardor; "an unenthusiastic performance by the orchestra"; "unenthusiastic applause")

Similarity of adj avid

2 senses of avid

Sense 1
avid, devouring (prenominal), esurient, greedy -- ((often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous; "avid for adventure"; "an avid ambition to succeed"; "fierce devouring affection"; "the esurient eyes of an avid curiosity"; "greedy for fame")
       => desirous (vs. undesirous), wishful -- (having or expressing desire for something; "desirous of high office"; "desirous of finding a quick solution to the problem")

Sense 2
avid, zealous -- (marked by active interest and enthusiasm; "an avid sports fan")
       => enthusiastic (vs. unenthusiastic) -- (having or showing great excitement and interest; "enthusiastic crowds filled the streets"; "an enthusiastic response"; "was enthusiastic about taking ballet lessons")

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