ardent
Adjective
Medium difficulty
What does “ardent” mean?
adjective.enthusiastic or passionate.
SAT Usage
The term is often found in passages about personal relationships, social movements, or artistic expression. It emphasizes a deep, fervent commitment or intense feelings, suggesting more than just surface enthusiasm, and it differs from similar words like "zealous," which can imply a more aggressive or fanatical approach.
Common Confusions
Ardent implies a deep, passionate commitment, while zealous usually suggests an enthusiastic but often aggressive pursuit of a cause.
Do not choose ardent if the context emphasizes indifference or apathy rather than enthusiasm or passion.
Example Sentences
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She was an ardent supporter of environmental causes.