V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
ardent
adjective
Definition: 1. characterized by strong passion or emotion; 2. feeling or showing great enthusiasm; 3. glowing or shining like fire
Synonyms: eager, enthusiastic, passionate, impassioned, intense, fiery, shining, glowing
Antonyms: cool, feeble, apathetic, impassive, dispassionate
Tips: Ardent is essentially a more sophisticated way of saying "passionate." It is derived from the Latin ardere, “to burn.” This is also the source for the word "arson." Think, "burning with enthusiasm." Ardent is also synonymous with fervid, fervent, vehement, and zealous. See a detailed analysis of these synonyms at fervent.
Usage Examples:
He was an ardent supporter of the President and had been loyal to him throughout his political career. (enthusiastic, intense)
The ardent fan paid three times the face value of the concert ticket to see his favorite band live on stage. (passionate, eager)
Her ardent gaze caught his eye from across the room. (intense, fiery)
Her ardent enthusiasm was what eventually won her the job over the other candidates. (eager, impassioned)
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