ardor

The definition of ardor is a way of feeling or acting that is energetic and exciting.

(noun)

An example of ardor is a passionate speech.

Ardor is defined as the feeling of being attracted to a person.

(noun)

An example of ardor is wanting to kiss a person with passion.

See ardor in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

Origin: ME & OFr ardour < L ardor, a flame, fire < ardere: see ardent

See ardor in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

Fiery intensity of feeling. See Synonyms at passion.
Strong enthusiasm or devotion; zeal: “The dazzling conquest of Mexico gave a new impulse to the ardor of discovery” (William Hickling Prescott).
Intense heat or glow, as of fire.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English ardour

Origin: , from Old French

Origin: , from Latin ārdor

Origin: , from ārdēre, to burn; see as- in Indo-European roots

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