noun

fervor

FUR-vuh

Fervor (noun) means Intense and passionate feeling or enthusiasm. Example: “The crowd sang the anthem with real fervor.”

noun

Intense and passionate feeling or enthusiasm.

"The crowd sang the anthem with real fervor."

"His religious fervor only deepened with age."

How to use fervor

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishStrong, burning passion or enthusiasm for a cause, belief, or activity.

UK vs US

American spelling; British English uses "fervour."

Common pairings

religious fervor patriotic fervor with fervor

Word forms

fervors plural

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Etymology

From Latin fervor, "boiling heat, passion," from fervere, "to boil, be hot."

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fervor” mean?

The word “fervor” means intense and passionate feeling or enthusiasm. In plain terms, strong, burning passion or enthusiasm for a cause, belief, or activity.

How do you pronounce “fervor”?

“Fervor” is pronounced FUR-vuh (/ˈfɝ.vɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “fervor” in a sentence?

Here is “fervor” used in a sentence: “The crowd sang the anthem with real fervor.”

What part of speech is “fervor”?

“Fervor” is a noun.

Where does the word “fervor” come from?

The word “fervor” comes from Latin. From Latin fervor, "boiling heat, passion," from fervere, "to boil, be hot.".

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