fervent
0 synonyms and 1 antonyms for fervent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Showing intense and sincere feeling; passionate and earnest.
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How to use fervent
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Etymology
From Latin fervens, "burning, glowing, zealous," the present participle of fervere, "to boil or be hot" — the same root as fervor and ferment.
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What does “fervent” mean?
The word “fervent” means showing intense and sincere feeling; passionate and earnest. In plain terms, full of strong, sincere feeling or enthusiasm — a fervent belief, wish, or supporter.
How do you pronounce “fervent”?
“Fervent” is pronounced FURVNT (/ˈfɜɹvənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “fervent” in a sentence?
Here is “fervent” used in a sentence: “She made a fervent plea for the committee to reconsider.”
What is the opposite of “fervent”?
The opposite of “fervent” — its antonyms — is unfervent.
What part of speech is “fervent”?
“Fervent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “fervent” come from?
The word “fervent” comes from Latin. From Latin fervens, "burning, glowing, zealous," the present participle of fervere, "to boil or be hot" — the same root as fervor and ferment.