Ardentes (en. Ardent)
/aʁ.dɑ̃t/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who shows great passion, great fervor.
The passionate discussions about the future of the planet captivated the audience.
Les ardentes discussions sur l'avenir de la planète ont captivé l'auditoire.
Who is lively, intense, and often related to strong emotions.
She had ardent feelings for her homeland.
Elle avait des sentiments ardents pour son pays d'origine.
Who burns strongly.
The burning flames of the fire were visible from afar.
Les flammes ardentes de l'incendie étaient visibles de loin.
Of intense heat.
The scorching summer days make the climate difficult.
Les ardentes journées d'été rendent le climat difficile.
Etymology
From the verb 'arder' which means to burn or to have great intensity.
Common Phrases and Expressions
burning desires
Very intense wishes or aspirations.
des désirs ardents
a passionate love
A love that is very strong and passionate.
un amour ardent
a burning passion
A very marked interest or enthusiasm.
une passion ardente
Related Words
ardor
State of a person animated by great passion or enthusiasm.
ardeur
burning
Who emits intense heat.
brûlant
inflamed
Who feels or expresses a strong passion.
enflammé
Slang Meanings
Extreme romantic passion.
He has ardent feelings for her, it's almost obsessive.
Il a des sentiments ardents pour elle, c'est presque obsessionnel.
Very deep commitment to an activity.
He is passionate in his studies, he spends all his evenings revising.
Il est ardent dans ses études, il passe toutes ses soirées à réviser.