Etymology:
Meaning and Origin:
"Fervent" originally referred to something boiling or hot. It was likely adopted into Old French from Latin in the 11th century.
Over time, the meaning of "fervent" expanded to include:
Synonyms of "fervent" include:
Antonyms of "fervent" include:
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