What does “fervent” mean?
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adjectivefeeling or showing very strong and sincere emotion or belief
He is a fervent supporter of animal rights.
Fervent at a glance
- Part of speech
- adjective
- CEFR level
- C1 (advanced)
- Pronunciation
- /ˈfɝvənt/ · FUR-vent
How to use “fervent” correctly
Common with words for belief and support: “a fervent hope”, “a fervent admirer”.
Common phrases with “fervent”
- a fervent supporter
- fervent belief
- fervently hope
Synonyms, opposites and related words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- passionate
- ardent
- zealous
Antonyms (opposite meaning)
- indifferent
- apathetic
Word family
- fervently
- fervor
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