1
: very hot : glowing
the fervent sun
2
: exhibiting or marked by great intensity of feeling : zealous
fervent prayers
a fervent proponent
fervent patriotism
fervently
adverb
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a fervent speech that called for tolerance and compassion for those who are different
in the thick, fervent air of a tropical afternoon, a languor set in
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The Republican and fervent supporter of former president Donald Trump won the Centennial State's third congressional district in 2022 by a wafer thin 546 votes.
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Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
Following are 15 mountain towns in California that offer natural beauty, contemporary amenities, and a solid look at the landscapes that inspired one of nature’s most fervent champions.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2024
The heir to the throne is patron of the Football Association, soccer's governing body in England, and a fervent fan of the Aston Villa team, a passion he's seemingly passed to Prince George.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 23 Oct. 2024
Loomer, known for her outspoken far-right views and fervent loyalty to former President Donald Trump, recently criticized RFK Jr. in a series of social media posts, questioning his authenticity and alleging lack of transparency relating to fundraising and donations.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
Following are 15 mountain towns in California that offer natural beauty, contemporary amenities, and a solid look at the landscapes that inspired one of nature’s most fervent champions.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2024
The heir to the throne is patron of the Football Association, soccer's governing body in England, and a fervent fan of the Aston Villa team, a passion he's seemingly passed to Prince George.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 23 Oct. 2024
Loomer, known for her outspoken far-right views and fervent loyalty to former President Donald Trump, recently criticized RFK Jr. in a series of social media posts, questioning his authenticity and alleging lack of transparency relating to fundraising and donations.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Fervent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fervent. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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fervent
adjective
fer·vent
ˈfər-vənt 
: having or expressing great warmth or depth of feeling
a fervent hope
fervency
noun
-vən-sē
fervently
adverb
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