V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
fervid
adjective
Definition: 1. burning or glowing with intense heat; 2. describes an impassioned, zealous spirit or enthusiasm toward one's beliefs
Synonyms: burning, fiery, hot, torrid, blazing, impassioned, vehement, zealous, perfervid, eager
Antonyms: cold, icy, apathetic, cool, dispassionate, indifferent
Tips: Fervid is derived from the Latin fervidus, from fervere, “to boil.” It carries a similar sincerity and intensity as fanatic, except that fervid describes a more legitimate and tempered strength of emotion. A fervid supporter of a political cause could be seen as someone to be taken seriously. Fervid is a direct synonym of fervent, and the two words can be used interchangeably. Fervid is also synonymous with ardent, vehement, and zealous. See Fervent for a detailed analysis of these synonyms.
Usage Examples:
The candidates fervid accusations toward his opponent were taken very seriously. (vehement, impassioned)
Water became fervid in the hot springs, just before the volcano erupted. (fiery, torrid, boiling)
He is fervid in his support of our President. (impassioned, vehement)
He is most fervid advocate of animal rights in the world. (impassioned, vehement)
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