ARDENT


Meaning of ARDENT in English

[ 'α:d(ə)nt ]

■ adjective

1》 very enthusiastic or passionate.

2》 archaic or literary burning; glowing.

Derivatives

ardency noun

~ly adverb

Origin

ME: from OFr. ardant from L. ~- , ardens , from ardere 'to burn'.

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