as in fervent
feeling or showing strong and energetic support for a person, cause, etc.; filled with zeal
zealous fans She was one of the president's most zealous supporters. The detective was zealous in her pursuit of the kidnappers.
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Recent Examples of zealous
At a moment when ambitious podcasts are hard to come by, the zealous fluidity of Fear No Man stands out.
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Benjamin Cannon, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2025
Combining zealous courtroom advocacy with a deft media touch, Jackson has a reputation for seeking big wins for his clients when other defense lawyers might try to cut a deal.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 20 Dec. 2025
Although Newton himself was a recluse, a circle of zealous Newtonian men of science, described by historians as devoted disciples and even evangelists for Newton’s natural philosophy, took his new theories on the road.
—Beth Dufault, The Conversation, 15 Dec. 2025
Upon finding a solution for each dilemma, Bi usually nodded with zealous satisfaction.
—Dennis Zhou, New Yorker, 12 Dec. 2025
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Benjamin Cannon, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2025
Combining zealous courtroom advocacy with a deft media touch, Jackson has a reputation for seeking big wins for his clients when other defense lawyers might try to cut a deal.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 20 Dec. 2025
Although Newton himself was a recluse, a circle of zealous Newtonian men of science, described by historians as devoted disciples and even evangelists for Newton’s natural philosophy, took his new theories on the road.
—Beth Dufault, The Conversation, 15 Dec. 2025
Upon finding a solution for each dilemma, Bi usually nodded with zealous satisfaction.
—Dennis Zhou, New Yorker, 12 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zealous
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Even the most fervent Costco fans might not know that the retailer allows customers to trade in devices for store credit.—
Reia Li,
AZCentral.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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It’s amassed fervent praise from shoppers, many of whom swear their hands look significantly younger since incorporating the product into their routine.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
17 Jan. 2026
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Obermann is especially enthusiastic about the color for a child’s bathroom.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
29 Jan. 2026
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Selig’s comments received an enthusiastic response from the Coalition for Prediction Markets.—
Contessa Brewer,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
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In the emails, Attia is not just Epstein’s medical adviser but a friend and ardent admirer.—
Tom Bartlett,
The Atlantic,
3 Feb. 2026
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Her love for the arts, particularly the theater, was reflected in her quiet but ardent support of many community arts activities and institutions, and is continued by today’s Bee, which supports a wide variety of arts programs.—
Seán McMahon,
Sacbee.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Instructor Peggie Moore is passionate about working with students of every age, size, shape and ability.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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Kubota is passionate about water, food and the environment.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Zealous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zealous. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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