zealousness

noun

Definition of zealousnessnext
as in zeal

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Recent Examples of zealousness The Iranians are banking on American impatience stoked by partisan zealousness. — Gil Troy, New York Daily News, 29 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for zealousness
  1. zeal
  2. fervor
  3. zealotry
  4. exuberance
  5. enthusiasm
Noun
  • Fueled by affection for Gramps, by nostalgia for a childhood steeped in whiskymaking lore, and by a distinct lack of zeal for his law-firm day job, Kevin agrees to drive him the 2,000-odd miles from Arizona.
    — Jessica Kiang, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026
  • But the current efflorescence can perhaps most be credited to the zeal of online communities whose social dynamics encourage avid, savvy viewership.
    — Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of zeal
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  • In Year One, the Valkyries made history by reaching the playoffs and becoming the most valuable WNBA team, thanks to fan fervor surrounding the team.
    — Jose Fabian, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Some analysts warn that instead of provoking discontent, the attacks could fuel stronger anti-Ukrainian and anti-Western fervor.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of fervor
Noun
  • There is no scientific way to quantify the utility of Iranian zealotry.
    — Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 9 June 2026
  • The mayor’s veto was not based on policy, but rather on ideology and zealotry.
    — Andrew Cuomo, New York Daily News, 2 May 2026
Definition of zealotry
Noun
  • The head-spinning shift has sparked a continuum of reactions, from doom and gloom to reckless exuberance.
    — Rochelle Blease, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • In Sugar’s universe, Earth is an exceptionally vibrant place — a vast microcosm of conscious exuberance.
    — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 24 July 2026
Definition of exuberance
Noun
  • Wang’s remarks underscore the gap between investor enthusiasm for humanoid robots and their current commercial capabilities.
    — Anniek Bao,Jenni Reid,Jenny Lee, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Alice presents two ideas, one delivered without any enthusiasm, the other dropped as a joke.
    — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of enthusiasm

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“Zealousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zealousness. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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