fervent
/ˈfɜːrvənt/
fer · vent
ˈfɜːr · vənt
English Definition
adj. passionate; intense; ardent
Significado en Español
ferviente, apasionado
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
nhiệt tình, say mê
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ferv (boiling, hot, as in fervor) + ent → enthusiastic.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is a synonym for “fervent”: The speaker delivered a fervent plea for unity, hoping to inspire action among the attendees.
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A
apathetic
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B
dispassionate
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C
zealous
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D
indifferent
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C — zealous.
“fervent” means adj. passionate; intense; ardent
Common questions about “fervent”
What does “fervent” mean?
fervent — adj. passionate; intense; ardent. In Chinese: 炙热的，热情的.
How do you pronounce “fervent”?
fervent is pronounced /ˈfɜːrvənt/. It breaks into 2 syllables: fer · vent.
Is “fervent” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. fervent appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “fervent”?
ferv (boiling, hot, as in fervor) + ent → enthusiastic.
