Fervently

Pronunciation: /ˈfɜrvəntli/

Definitions of fervently

adverb Fervently is an adverb that describes how something is done with great intensity, passion, or enthusiasm.

Example Sentences

A1 She fervently prayed for good weather on her wedding day.

A2 He fervently believed in the power of positive thinking.

B1 The students fervently studied for their final exams.

B2 The team fervently worked together to meet the project deadline.

C1 The politician fervently defended her position during the debate.

C2 The artist fervently poured her heart and soul into her latest masterpiece.

Examples of fervently in a Sentence

formal She fervently believed in the power of education to uplift society.

informal He fervently hoped that his favorite team would win the championship.

slang I'm fervently rooting for you to pass your driving test!

figurative The artist painted the canvas with fervently swirling colors.

Grammatical Forms of fervently

• past tense: fervently
• plural: fervently
• comparative: more fervently
• superlative: most fervently
• present tense: fervently
• future tense: will fervently
• perfect tense: have fervently
• continuous tense: is fervently
• singular: fervently
• positive degree: fervently
• infinitive: to fervently
• gerund: fervently
• participle: fervently

Origin and Evolution of fervently

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'fervently' originated from the Latin word 'ferventem' which means 'boiling, hot, glowing'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'fervently' has retained its original meaning of intense passion or enthusiasm, but has also come to encompass the idea of sincerity and earnestness in one's beliefs or actions.