as in enthusiasm
depth of feeling
surprised by the fervor that her parents' old love letters contained when she discovered them in the attic
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Recent Examples of fervor
This year’s lineup included Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Major Lazer, and Peggy Gou, along with a slate of regional artists that attracted the most fervor from the crowd at a 50,000-capacity outdoor venue near the race track.
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Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2025
In an era where Trump’s rhetoric has inadvertently fueled nationalist fervor abroad, American companies in China face shrinking commercial advantage and rising political risk.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 13 May 2025
Continuing to fuel the conflict between India and Pakistan are strong nationalist sentiments and religious fervor, Ganyard said.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 10 May 2025
In the run-up to the 2019 general elections, his administration similarly used the Pulwama-Balakot crisis to whip up nationalist fervor.
—Faisal Kutty, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
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Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2025
In an era where Trump’s rhetoric has inadvertently fueled nationalist fervor abroad, American companies in China face shrinking commercial advantage and rising political risk.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 13 May 2025
Continuing to fuel the conflict between India and Pakistan are strong nationalist sentiments and religious fervor, Ganyard said.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 10 May 2025
In the run-up to the 2019 general elections, his administration similarly used the Pulwama-Balakot crisis to whip up nationalist fervor.
—Faisal Kutty, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fervor
Noun
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Such scams exploit investor enthusiasm and poor regulation to inflate prices before insiders sell off their holdings.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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This campaign has energized consumption enthusiasm among younger demographics.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Physicality and intensity ramp up, and there’s not as much time and space to create plays off the rush.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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The cone doesn’t represent the uncertainty associated with a storm forecast, nor the size or intensity of a storm.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Everything gets harder when your emotions run wild and your judgment clouds.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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His evolution required alterations to his left-handed swing, learning how to channel his emotions, and even a few wake-up calls.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Soft area rugs provide comfort, warmth, and traction.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 May 2025
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Even cold-blooded animals, which rely on the environment for warmth, raise their temperature behaviorally.—
Harry Bernheim,
The Conversation,
23 May 2025
Noun
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While market opportunity and product-market fit are paramount, successful entrepreneurship often stems from an innate drive and passion for pursuing a vision.—
Daniel Ramsey,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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On May 24, Saturn will enter Aries for the first time in decades, marking the start of a new era of autonomy and bold passion.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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“Fervor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fervor. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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