Main Entry:

ar·dor

Pronunciation:

\ˈär-dər\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

Middle English ardour, from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French, from Latin ardor burning, heat, ardor, from aridus dry — more at arid

Date:

14th century

1 a: an often restless or transitory warmth of feeling <the sudden ardors of youth> b: extreme vigor or energy : intensity c: zeal d: loyalty2: sexual excitement

synonyms see passion