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ardent
[ahr-dnt]
adjective
having, expressive of, or characterized by intense feeling; passionate; fervent.
an ardent vow;
ardent love.
intensely devoted, eager, or enthusiastic; zealous.
an ardent theatergoer;
an ardent student of French history.
fiercely bright; glowing like fire.
They were frightened by his ardent, burning eyes.
Archaic or Literary., burning, fiery, or hot.
the ardent core of a star.
ardent
/ ˈɑːdənt /
adjective
expressive of or characterized by intense desire or emotion; passionate
ardent love
intensely enthusiastic; eager
an ardent longing
glowing, flashing, or shining
ardent eyes
rare, burning
an ardent fever
Other Word Forms
- ardently adverb
- ardency noun
- ardentness noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of ardent1
Example Sentences
She and other family members are ardent critics of Kennedy since his unsuccessful presidential campaign and nomination for the health role.
Surely, only the most ardent follower of men's professional golf would recognise this player, who finished in a career best share of seventh at the RSM Classic at Sea Island last week.
Kellogg has been one of Kyiv’s most ardent supporters within the administration.
When Congress was considering the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Americans heard reassurances that even its most ardent defenders couldn’t believe.
And even if it does pass in the Senate, it remains unclear when the files could be released and whether they would satisfy ardent campaigners.
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