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fervent

/ˈfɜː.vənt/

In modern English, "fervent" is most commonly used to describe strong emotions, beliefs, or requests. It suggests a deep, sincere passion rather than just excitement. It is generally considered a formal word. You will often see it in speeches, letters of request, or literature rather than in casual daily conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with "fervid," which can sometimes imply an intensity that is excessive or uncontrolled.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, both are sitting in the same boring department meeting.
Mark

David is on a real fervent kick about these new KPIs. It's wild.

Mark
Sarah
Sarah

I'm honestly just zoning out until this is over.

💡
Mark uses 'fervent kick' to describe David's sudden, intense obsession with new performance metrics. Sarah responds using the phrasal verb 'zoning out', meaning she has stopped paying attention due to boredom or exhaustion.

Meanings

adjective

Having or displaying a passionate intensity.

"She made a fervent plea for the release of the political prisoners."

adjective

Hot, burning, glowing, or flaming (archaic).

"The fervent heat of the forge melted the iron."

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