as in intensity
depth of feeling
the ardency in the social worker's voice surprised me
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Recent Examples of ardency
But even at his most frustrating, the ardency of his thinking draws us to him.
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Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2022
His impassioned speeches the last two weeks endear him to many players, but his ardency proved irksome to others.
—Joseph Longo, Vulture, 8 Dec. 2021
Jefferson had seen Monacans go in groups to visit the mounds, but the knowledge of their reverence and the ardency of their devotion didn’t satisfy him.
—Vinson Cunningham, The New Yorker, 28 Dec. 2020
But the actor brings the ardency and intensity of a much younger man.
—Charles McNulty, latimes.com, 3 Oct. 2017
Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2022
His impassioned speeches the last two weeks endear him to many players, but his ardency proved irksome to others.
—Joseph Longo, Vulture, 8 Dec. 2021
Jefferson had seen Monacans go in groups to visit the mounds, but the knowledge of their reverence and the ardency of their devotion didn’t satisfy him.
—Vinson Cunningham, The New Yorker, 28 Dec. 2020
But the actor brings the ardency and intensity of a much younger man.
—Charles McNulty, latimes.com, 3 Oct. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ardency
Noun
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Once again, the Nuggets failed to match the Timberwolves’ intensity.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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What’s flipped from the first six quarters of the series to the last six is McDaniels’ defensive intensity.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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At the same time, enthusiasm around artificial intelligence continues to provide a powerful tailwind for equities, particularly in technology-heavy markets.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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Everyone has different levels of enthusiasm and different conversational needs.—
Eric Thomas,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Although the crew is still experiencing a whirlwind of emotions, Koch said one silver lining is their ability to sleep in any time zone that offers some shut-eye.—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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And this complex web of emotions is what Claire and Jamie are grappling with when Bree, Roger, Marsali, and her children arrive at Fraser’s Ridge to inform them that their son is dead.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Page noted that all eyes will be on the 77-year-old monarch and whether Charles can bring a sense of warmth and steady diplomacy during a period of turbulence.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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The 800 RealFleece Classic Pile fleece, meanwhile, was introduced to deliver warmth and comfort while cutting reliance on petrochemical fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Hearing Esperanza talk about her passion for nature while touring the garden is a magical moment.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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His energy and passion for the game resonated with the Royals’ players and coaching staff.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Ardency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ardency. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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