ardor

[ahr-der]

ardor Definition

  • 1enthusiasm or passion for something
  • 2intense feeling of love or desire

Using ardor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ardor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He pursued his goals with great ardor.

  • Example

    The couple's ardor for each other never faded.

  • Example

    The team played with renewed ardor after their coach's inspiring speech.

ardor Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with ardor

  • intense enthusiasm or passion for fighting in a battle

    Example

    The soldiers charged into the enemy lines with the ardor of battle.

  • intense enthusiasm or passion that is characteristic of young people

    Example

    She approached her work with the ardor of youth, eager to make a difference.

  • intense feeling of love or desire for someone

    Example

    Their ardor of love was evident in the way they looked at each other.

Origins of ardor

from Latin 'ardor', meaning 'heat'

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Summary: ardor in Brief

'Ardor' [ahr-der] refers to intense enthusiasm or passion for something, such as pursuing goals or fighting in a battle. It can also denote an intense feeling of love or desire, as in 'The couple's ardor for each other never faded.' Phrases like 'ardor of battle' and 'ardor of youth' use 'ardor' to describe intense enthusiasm or passion in specific contexts. 'Ardor' is a formal word that can be replaced with 'enthusiasm' or 'passion.'