Synonyms for Ardent

Definition of ardent

adjective
  1. characterized by intense emotion; "ardent love"; "an ardent lover"; "a fervent desire to change society"; "a fervent admirer"; "fiery oratory"; "an impassioned appeal"; "a torrid love affair"
  2. characterized by strong enthusiasm; "ardent revolutionaries"; "warm support"
  3. glowing or shining like fire; "from rank to rank she darts her ardent eyes"- Alexander Pope; "frightened by his ardent burning eyes"

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"Ardent" in song lyrics

See how ardent is used in real songs:

  • "Leading this army of varmints that aren't regarded as ardent"
    Jesse Abraham — Who's That?
  • "define ardent"
    AOL — AOL

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