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Learn “Ardent”

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Ardent

adjective/AR-dunt/

Meaning

Full of strong, passionate feeling or enthusiasm.

In context

His ardent love of reading kept him at the library after school.

Remember it

Ardent shares a root with 'ardour' and 'arson' — a burning, fiery kind of passion.

Use it well

Use 'ardent' before words like fan, supporter or admirer to show burning enthusiasm.