1
as in enthusiasm
depth of feeling
candidates for citizenship reciting the oath of allegiance to the United States with all the ardor that they could muster
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in thirst
urgent desire or interest
his ardor for combat cooled once he began experiencing the horrors of war
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in passion
intense sexual desire
her revealing outfit only inflamed his ardor all the more
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of ardor
Charles’ ardor also applies to Herb’s former musical and romantic partner, Nell Mortimer (Mulligan).
—
Peter Rainer, The Christian Science Monitor, 25 Mar. 2025
But any non-cynic can’t help but be swept up in its doomed ardor.
54.
—Will Leitch, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2025
With the exception of the loving, loyal Nasha, whom Ackie invests with romantic ardor and action-hero intensity, Mickey’s fellow-travellers prove a rotten lot.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2025
Ahmir Thompson, the director better known as Questlove, proceeds with more care — with ardor even — than that series, which ran for about 17 years on VH1 and developed a formula that itself became an addictive experience.
—Wesley Morris, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for ardor
Peter Rainer, The Christian Science Monitor, 25 Mar. 2025
But any non-cynic can’t help but be swept up in its doomed ardor.
54.
—Will Leitch, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2025
With the exception of the loving, loyal Nasha, whom Ackie invests with romantic ardor and action-hero intensity, Mickey’s fellow-travellers prove a rotten lot.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2025
Ahmir Thompson, the director better known as Questlove, proceeds with more care — with ardor even — than that series, which ran for about 17 years on VH1 and developed a formula that itself became an addictive experience.
—Wesley Morris, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for ardor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ardor
Noun
-
With enthusiasm building among opponents of the Iranian government, analysts and former officials are treating with caution speculation of an insurrection capable of actually ousting the country's leadership.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 June 2025
-
However, their fresh perspective, general enthusiasm and tech fluency can be superpowers that breathe new life into an organization.—
Jill Shedek,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
Noun
-
California’s existing groundwater infrastructure may fail to quench the state’s thirst in an increasingly arid future, even as officials celebrate widespread conservation achievements, Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) warned on Tuesday.—
Sharon Udasin,
The Hill,
24 June 2025
-
And for a nightcap, guests have not one, but two bar options to quench their thirst for spirits and top shelf drinks.—
Karla Pope,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2025
Noun
-
Imagine telling any of the women in that hairdressers shop that art should be untouched by national and political passion, particularly in time of war.—
Kamila Shamsie
June 20,
Literary Hub,
20 June 2025
-
Dear Abby: In the four years my husband and I have been married, his distaste for the LGBTQ community has grown into a passion.—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
19 June 2025
Noun
-
Known for his breakout role in Snowfall, Idris brings intensity, precision, and charisma to a performance that demanded serious physical training, emotional depth, and even some real-life time on the track.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
27 June 2025
-
Climate change is also increasing the frequency, intensity and duration of heat waves around the world, studies have shown.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
26 June 2025
Noun
-
The script is sassy and fun and the cast — Nadler, Helene Udy, Sandra Cruze, Ethan Corn, Jessica Kinsella, Ty Chen and Maya Worthy — make for most pleasant company as Josh grapples with grief, lust and the realization that perfection is indeed an illusion.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
12 June 2025
-
This powerful introduction sets the tone for an astonishing and brave exhibition which delves deep into the psyche of the artist and addresses universal themes of love, lust, loss, illness and fear.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
Noun
-
This represents the triumph of emotion over legal reasoning.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
22 June 2025
-
The teams don’t play each other again until August, so there’s plenty of time for emotions to cool.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2025
Noun
-
The warmth of the natural teak decks also complements the gleaming geometric forms of the hull and superstructure.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
20 June 2025
-
Closing my eyes, I was flooded with the familiar warmth and the accompanying tug of distraction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Ardor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ardor. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share