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fervor Definition

fer·vor (fʉrvər)

noun

  1. intense heat
  2. great warmth of emotion; ardor; zeal

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

fervor Synonyms

fervor

n.

fervency, ardor, zeal, warmth; see enthusiasm 1. See syn. study at enthusiasm.

fervor Usage Examples

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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