Pronunciation: /ˈɑːrdər/
noun intense enthusiasm or passion
A1 She felt great ardor for her favorite book series.
A2 The young couple's ardor for each other was evident to everyone.
B1 His ardor for the project never wavered, even in the face of challenges.
B2 The artist's ardor for his craft was unmatched, leading to stunning works of art.
C1 Her ardor for social justice drove her to dedicate her life to activism.
C2 The general's ardor for battle was legendary, inspiring his troops to victory.
adjective ardent, characterized by intense feeling or passion
A1 She felt a strong ardor for her favorite book series.
A2 The young couple's ardor for each other was evident to everyone around them.
B1 His ardor for learning new languages led him to enroll in a language school.
B2 The artist's ardor for his craft was evident in every brushstroke.
C1 Her ardor for social justice issues drove her to start her own non-profit organization.
C2 The politician's ardor for change inspired a whole generation of activists.
formal The scientist spoke with great ardor about her latest research findings.
informal She pursued her passion with such ardor that it inspired those around her.
slang He had an ardor for skateboarding that was unmatched by anyone in the neighborhood.
figurative The artist painted with such ardor that his emotions seemed to leap off the canvas.
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