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ardent

Pronunciation: /ˈɑːdənt/

The English word “ardent” has 2 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Full of ardor; expressing passion, spirit, or enthusiasm.
  2. Providing light or heat.

Etymology

First attested circa 14th century as Middle English ardaunt, borrowed from Anglo-Norman ardent and Old French ardant, from Latin ardentem, accusative of ardēns, present participle of ardeō (“to burn”).

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