— fervently , adv. — ferventness , n.
/ferr"veuhnt/ , adj.
1. having or showing great warmth or intensity of spirit, feeling, enthusiasm, etc.; ardent: a fervent admirer; a fervent plea.
2. hot; burning; glowing.
[ 1350-1400; ME ( fervent- (s. of fervens ) prp. of fervere to boil; see -ENT ]
Syn. 1. fervid, impassioned, passionate.