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ardent

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈɑrdənt/ · UK /ˈɑːdənt/

ardent means: Feeling or showing very strong love, interest, or support.

adjective

VERY ENTHUSIASTICC1

Feeling or showing very strong love, interest, or support.

  • She is an ardent fan.
  • His most ardent supporters cheered him loudly.
  • They remained ardent defenders of free speech.

Similar words: passionate, enthusiastic, devoted, fervent

Opposites: apathetic, indifferent

Common phrases: ardent supporter, ardent admirer, ardent fan, ardent defender

GIVING HEATC2

Giving off strong heat or bright light.

  • The ardent sun warmed the stones.
  • An ardent flame lit the dark room.
  • They sheltered from the sun's ardent rays.

Similar words: burning, blazing, glowing

Common phrases: ardent sun, ardent flame, ardent rays

Questions about ardent

What does ardent mean?

Feeling or showing very strong love, interest, or support.

What is ardent in other languages?

Türkçe: ateşli · Español: ferviente · Français: ardent · Deutsch: leidenschaftlich · Italiano: appassionato · 日本語: 熱烈な

How do you pronounce ardent?

In American English /ˈɑrdənt/; in British English /ˈɑːdənt/.

How do you use ardent in a sentence?

She is an ardent fan. His most ardent supporters cheered him loudly.

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