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Fervent

/ˈfɜː.vənt/

Exhibiting particular enthusiasm, zeal, conviction, persistence, or belief.

📖 Definitions of "Fervent"

adjective
  1. 1

    Exhibiting particular enthusiasm, zeal, conviction, persistence, or belief.

  2. 2

    Having or showing emotional warmth, fervor, or passion.

  3. 3

    Glowing, burning, very hot.

🔄 Synonyms of "Fervent"

11 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
torridVery hot and dry.
fervid(figurative) lively, spirited, or frenzied due to being ardent, passionate, and zealous.
ardentFull of ardor; expressing passion, spirit, or enthusiasm.
cordialnounHearty; sincere; warm; affectionate.
hotverbRelating to heat and conditions which produce it.
passionateverbGiven to strong feeling, sometimes romantic, sexual, or both.
perfervidExtremely, excessively, or feverishly passionate; zealous.
fieryOf or relating to fire.
impassionedFilled with intense emotion or passion; fervent.
burningnounOn fire.
sincerenounGenuine; meaning what one says or does; heartfelt.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Fervent"

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WordDefinition
perfervidExtremely, excessively, or feverishly passionate; zealous.
ardentFull of ardor; expressing passion, spirit, or enthusiasm.
fervid(figurative) lively, spirited, or frenzied due to being ardent, passionate, and zealous.
impassionedFilled with intense emotion or passion; fervent.
passionateGiven to strong feeling, sometimes romantic, sexual, or both.
cordialHearty; sincere; warm; affectionate.
sincereGenuine; meaning what one says or does; heartfelt.
torridnounVery hot and dry.
hotRelating to heat and conditions which produce it.
burningnounOn fire.
fieryOf or relating to fire.
zealousFull of zeal; ardent, fervent; exhibiting enthusiasm or strong passion, particularly in matters of religion.
keen(chiefly Commonwealth) Often with a prepositional phrase, or with to and an infinitive: showing a quick and ardent responsiveness or willingness; eager, enthusiastic, interested.
avidEnthusiastic; keen; eager; showing great interest in something or desire to do something.
enthusiasticWith zealous fervor; excited, motivated.
eagerDesirous; keen to do or obtain something.
vehementShowing strong feelings; passionate; forceful or intense.
livelyFull of life; energetic, vivacious.
strenuous(of a task) Requiring great exertion; very laborious.
stronglyVery much.

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