transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈär-d ə nt ]
adjective
Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin ardent-, ardens, present participle of ardēre to burn, from ardor
Date: 14th century
1. : characterized by warmth of feeling typically expressed in eager zealous support or activity
ardent proponents of the bill
2. : fiery , hot
an ardent sun
3. : shining , glowing
ardent eyes
Synonyms: see impassioned
• ar·dent·ly adverb