Ardent Definitions: (1) emotional warmth <he pursues his study with ardor>; (2) intense feeling; fervent; (3) deeply devoted; zealous; (4) a bright spirit Derivation: Latin, “to burn” Related Articles: Glossary: GlowingGlossary: AffectionateGlossary: ConvictionGlossary: DevotedGlossary: Fervent