Word
ardent
Phoneticsar·dent, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɑɹdənt/
UK/ˈɑːdənt/
Definitions
01passionate or enthusiastic
C1 · Advanced Formal
adj. having or showing very strong feelings about something you like or support.
adj. characterised by intense emotion, passion, or devotion to a cause, person, or activity.
“As an ardent supporter of the local library, she volunteered there every weekend.”
“The senator's ardent defense of the new environmental policy resonated deeply with the younger voters in her district.”
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02burning or glowing
C2 · Proficiency Literary · Archaic
adj. very hot or glowing with bright light.
adj. glowing with heat or light; literally burning or fiery.
“The ardent sun beat down on the desert sand all afternoon.”
“The poet described the ardent embers of the dying fire, which cast long and flickering shadows across the stone floor.”
Real-World Examples
“Since then, ardent fans have leapt on any rumours or apparent clues in official Rockstar posts.” “An ardent Manchester United supporter, the Jamaican has also been a regular participant in the Soccer Aid charity matches over the past decade.” 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 (“I burn”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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