Main Entry: ar·dent

Pronunciation: \ˈär-d^ənt\

Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin ardent-, ardens, present participle of ardēre to burn, from ardor

Date: 14th century

1 : characterized by warmth of feeling typically expressed in eager zealous support or activity <ardent proponents of the bill>
2 : fiery, hot <an ardent sun>
3 : shining, glowing <ardent eyes>

synonyms see impassioned

— ar·dent·ly adverb