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Meaning of fervent
having or showing strong feelings of enthusiasm or passion
Etymology of fervent
The word "fervent" comes from the Old French word "fervent", which is derived from the Latin word "fervens", the present participle of "fervere", meaning "to boil" or "to glow"
Historically, the word has been used to describe strong emotions, such as passion, enthusiasm, or zeal, and has been used in various contexts, including literature, poetry, and religious texts
Synonyms
Definitions
- Feeling or showing very strong feelings of enthusiasm or passion
- * Having or showing a strong and enthusiastic feeling, especially about a particular belief or activity
Usage Examples
- The crowd gave a fervent applause to the performing artist
- * She was fervent in her pursuit of social justice
- * The preacher's fervent sermon inspired the congregation to take action
Antonyms
apathetic
indifferent
unenthusiastic
lukewarm
cool
calm
composed
serene
tranquil
subdued
muted
restrained
reserved
detached
aloof
distant
uninterested
dispassionate
impassive
phlegmatic
lethargic
sluggish
torpid