Meaning & Definition of Zeal in English

1. A feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause)

• "They were imbued with a revolutionary ardor"

• "He felt a kind of religious zeal"

2. Excessive fervor to do something or accomplish some end

• "He had an absolute zeal for litigation"

3. Prompt willingness

• "Readiness to continue discussions"

• "They showed no eagerness to spread the gospel"

• "They disliked his zeal in demonstrating his superiority"

• "He tried to explain his forwardness in battle"