Fervor (en. Fervor)

/ˈfervor/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Intensity in the expression of a feeling, especially in religious or devotional contexts.
The religious fervor was evident in every prayer from the congregation.
El fervor religioso se notaba en cada oración de la congregación.
Enthusiasm or passion in carrying out any activity.
The fervor of the audience at the concert was contagious.
El fervor del público en el concierto era contagioso.
Intense heat at a certain moment, as related to a discussion or commitment.
There was fervor in the discussion about the importance of education.
Se discutió con fervor sobre la importancia de la educación.

Etymology

From the Latin 'fervorem', which means heat or fervor.

Common Phrases and Expressions

religious fervor
intensity and devotion in the realm of faith.
fervor religioso
patriotic fervor
intense and passionate support for the homeland.
fervor patriótico
to speak with fervor
to speak with great passion and commitment about a subject.
hablar con fervor

Related Words

fervent
One who feels or expresses fervor.
ferviente
fervently
With fervor or in a passionate manner.
fervientemente
fervorous
One who has fervor, generally in a positive sense.
fervoroso

Slang Meanings

State of great emotion or enthusiasm.
She was fervent about the launch of the new game.
Estaba fervoroso por el lanzamiento del nuevo juego.
A lot of energy in a social activity.
Her fervor at the party made her the center of attention.
Su fervor en la fiesta la convirtió en el centro de atención.