ARDENT

ardent. ardent, hoate, earnest

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ardent. Ardent, a. hot, fierce, keen, zealous, affectionate

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Ar″dent (�), a. [[OE. ardaunt, F. ardant, p. pr. of arder to burn, fr. L. ardere.]] 1. 1. Hot or burning; causing a sensation of burning; fiery; as, ardent spirits, that is, distilled liquors; an ardent fever.
2. 2. Having the appearance or quality of fire; fierce; glowing; shining; as, ardent eyes. Dryden.
3. 3. Warm, applied to the passions and affections; passionate; fervent; zealous; vehement; as, ardent love, feelings, zeal, hope, temper.
An ardent and impetuous race. Macaulay. Syn. — Burning; hot; fiery; glowing; intense; fierce; vehement; eager; zealous; keen; fervid; fervent; passionate; affectionate.