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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Made from moisture-wicking fabric, this workout tank naturally repels sweat to keep you cool during high-intensity workouts and outdoor activities.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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But the sheer scale of the investigation, the months of manpower, the extensive surveillance, the digital forensics, the interagency coordination, the prosecutorial intensity, reveals something else as well, that our justice system does not operate on a single track.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Longstreth and Thibodeau noted their focus on unusual cars is driven by a real enthusiasm, but also by the fact that unusual and quirky cars are often more accessible to the average person.—
Michael Dobuski,
ABC News,
26 May 2026
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Operating this year as Sail4th 250, OpSail has seen a steady increase in enthusiasm over time.—
Paige Darrah,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
Noun
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There is also an important distinction between jealousy and envy, two emotions often used interchangeably but fundamentally different.—
Meehika Barua,
Time,
29 May 2026
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Over time, Strider has trained himself to separate the event from the emotion attached to it.—
Elise Devlin,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Much of that comes down to the staff, whose warmth and genuine friendliness soften the immaculate service, making the hotel feel truly welcoming.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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Antler erases this stereotype once and for all by emphasizing all things artisanal, warmth-exuding, and high-texture with its summer launch.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Noun
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And if that passion translates to performance, Zoe will someday join her sisters on the national team.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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At school, Turner participated in Future Farmers of America and explored trade skills, eventually discovering a passion for welding.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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“Ardency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ardency. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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