Ardeurs (en. Ardor)

/aʁ.dœʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
State of intense passion or enthusiasm.
The ardors of love can sometimes be devastating.
Les ardeurs de l'amour peuvent parfois être dévastatrices.
Intense heat, especially when speaking of elements or nature.
The ardors of the sun in summer can be unbearable.
Les ardeurs du soleil en été peuvent être insupportables.
Fervor, zeal in an action or commitment.
He worked with the ardors of a young idealist.
Il a travaillé avec les ardeurs d'un jeune idéaliste.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'arder', which means to burn.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ardors and passions
Evokes the intensity of romantic feelings.
ardeurs et passions
to rein in one's ardors
Means to control or moderate one's passions.
réfréner ses ardeurs
ardors of work
Describes an intense commitment to a task.
ardeurs du travail

Related Words

ardent
One who experiences or expresses great passion.
ardent
ardor
Intensity of a feeling or commitment.
ardeur
ardentizer
Tool related to ardor, often used in metalworking.
ardentisseur

Slang Meanings

Consuming passion.
His love for music is a true ardor.
Son amour pour la musique est une vraie ardeur.
Excessive zeal or enthusiasm.
He always dives into his projects with so much ardor.
Il fonce toujours avec tellement d'ardeurs dans ses projets.