Meaning & Definition of Fervent in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Exhibiting or marked by great intensity of feeling; fervid.

  Example Sentence: She gave a fervent speech that inspired the crowd.

• Definition: Hot, burning, or glowing.

  Example Sentence: The fervent flames danced in the fireplace.

• Definition: Characterized by a strong belief or enthusiasm.

  Example Sentence: His fervent support for the cause motivated many to join.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English, from Latin fervent-, fervens, present participle of fervere to boil.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• fervent supporter: A person who shows intense and passionate support for someone or something.
• fervent prayer: A prayer expressed with intense and passionate feelings.

Translations

• Spanish: ferviente

• French: fervent

• German: glühend

• Russian: пылкий

Related Words

• fervor: Intense and passionate feeling.

• fervid: Intensely hot; glowing; also means passionate.

Slang Meanings of fervent

• Meaning: Super passionate

  Example Sentence: She's super fervent about her favorite band.

• Meaning: On fire for something

  Example Sentence: He's fervent about his sports team, going to every game.