zeal -
Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective
Few athletes have as much zeal as Michael Phelps, who ended up with the most medals in Olympics history.
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whim -
A sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained
While standing in the checkout line at the grocery store, Stan bought a pack of gum on a whim.
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incentive -
Something that serves as a reason or stimulus for effort or improvement; a reward or motivation that encourages someone to take a specific action.
The company offered a cash incentive to employees who met their sales targets.
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insatiable -
Impossible to satisfy, especially a strong desire or appetite.
Her insatiable curiosity led her to read every book she could find on the subject.
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gusto -
Enjoyment or vigor in doing something; zest
Denise did her job with gusto, never complaining and always with a smile on her face.
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hanker -
To feel a strong desire to do or have something
Charles hadn't eaten all day and was hankering for anything that would satisfy his hunger.
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obsession -
Not being able to stop thinking about something.
Though Arnold didn't smoke, he had an obsession with pipes, and collected thousands of them.
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druthers -
A person's preference in a matter
If he had his druthers, Vance would be a professional writer instead of working in an office all day.
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yearn -
To have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from.
Ever since her husband passed away, Samantha yearned for his presence every day.
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alluring -
Powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating.
At first the idea of the high of taking drugs was alluring, but when he saw the bad trips his friends had, he resolved to resist and say no.
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envy -
The desire to have something that someone else has.
She felt a twinge of envy when she saw her friend's vacation photos.
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juicy -
Highly interesting, exciting, or sensational, especially regarding gossip or news.
He landed a juicy job offer with a huge salary and great benefits.
