fervor

fer·vor (fʉr′vər)

noun

Etymology: ME < OFr < L < fervere: see fervent

Preposition: of

spirit: The flesh will murmur against you, but it will be bridled by fervor of spirit.

Adjective modifier

patriotic: Beware the leader who bangs the drums of war in order to whip the citizenry into a patriotic fervor.
revolutionary: The liberal critics of revolutionary fervor are right in their fear of tyranny in the name of the people.
religious: The raw religious fervor of the alleged terrorist profiled is pushed right out front for all to see.
spiritual: Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.
much: The conclusion of the election brings an end to much fervor.

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