adjective
ardent
AR-dunt/ˈɑːrdnt/
Deeply enthusiastic or devoted.
The ardent football supporter leans forward and raises her fists in excitement.
Etymology
Latin ardens meant “burning” or “fiery” and was already used figuratively of passions. An ardent person’s enthusiasm or devotion is pictured as an inner fire.
In context
his wild and enthusiastic imagination was chastened by the sensibility of his heart his soul overflowed with Ardent affection and his friendship was of that devoted and wondrous nature
More examples
- He remains an ardent admirer of her poetry.
- The proposal attracted several ardent defenders.
- Her ardent enthusiasm inspired the rest of the team.
Forms
ardent · more ardent · most ardent
Similar words
- fervent
- Often suggests intense sincerity of feeling or belief.
- enthusiastic
- A broader and usually less intense expression of interest.