Synonyms for ardent
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Full of ardor; expressing passion, spirit, or enthusiasm.
Related words
- Word family
- ardency ardently ardor
- Phrases
- ardent spirits
Example sentences
- passionate I have always been very passionate about politics.
- enthusiastic He always stands off when people are enthusiastic.
- fervent He was a fervent follower of Bouteflika.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| ardent | steady | |
| passionate | rising | |
| enthusiastic | steady | |
| fervent | rising | |
| fervid | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 4 letters
- warm1, keen1, avid2
- 5 letters
- eager2, fiery3, rabid2
- 6 letters
- strong1, fierce1, hearty2, stanch1, fervid2
- 7 letters
- burning2, intense2, devoted3, earnest2, staunch1, cordial2, fervent2, zealous2
- 8 letters
- vehement3
- 9 letters
- alcoholic4, strenuous3
- 10 letters
- passionate3, spirituous
- 11 letters
- impassioned3
- 12 letters
- enthusiastic5
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (avid2 = 2 syllables).