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fervour

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈfɜːvə/

KK: /ˈfɜrvər/

noun
Definition

A strong feeling of excitement or enthusiasm about something.


Example

The crowd showed great fervour during the concert, cheering loudly for the band.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the team play last night?
Sloth B
Yes, they showed so much fervour on the field!
Sloth A
I know! It really made the match exciting to watch.
Sloth B
Absolutely! Their passion was contagious.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
zeal
passion
ardor
Antonyms
apathy
indifference
disinterest
Root Explanation

**Fervour** → It originates from the Latin word "fervor" (meaning boiling or glowing), derived from "fervere" (meaning to boil or to be hot). The word "fervour" refers to intense and passionate feeling, akin to the heat of boiling.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'boiling' or 'glowing' with passion — that's how fervour represents intense enthusiasm.

Visually Confused Words
perfervour
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