Fervency: meaning, definitions and examples

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fervency

 

[ หˆfษœหrvษ™nsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

intense feeling

Fervency refers to an intense and passionate feeling or enthusiasm towards something. This term often describes emotions that are powerful and fervent, such as love, devotion, or zeal. People who demonstrate fervency are often seen as deeply committed and eager in their pursuits. The term can be used in both positive and negative contexts, depending on the emotion being conveyed.

Synonyms

ardor, enthusiasm, intensity, passion, zeal

Examples of usage

  • She spoke with great fervency about her humanitarian work.
  • His fervency for environmental issues inspired many to join the cause.
  • The fervency of their debate highlighted their strong beliefs.
  • With fervency, he expressed his hopes for the future.

Translations

Translations of the word "fervency" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fervor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคคเฅเคธเคพเคน

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Eifer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ semangat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะฐะณะฝะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zapaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็†ฑๆ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ferveur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fervor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸevk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ด์ •

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู…ุงุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ horlivost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ horlivosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ƒญๆƒ…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zanos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รกstrรญรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‹ัั‚ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคervor

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸevk

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fervor

Etymology

The word 'fervency' originates from the Latin word 'fervens', which means 'boiling' or 'glowing'. This term derives from the verb 'fervere', meaning 'to boil' or 'to glow', which signifies an intense heat or passion. The transition to its current English form occurred through Old French 'fervent', which was used to describe both fervent feelings and the literal sense of something that is heated. In English, 'fervency' is used since the 17th century to encapsulate the idea of deep emotional warmth and intensity, showcasing not just physical temperature but also fervent spirits and ardent souls in various contexts. Over time, it has retained its connection to passionate undertones, often being applied in religious or social contexts to emphasize a deep commitment or enthusiasm for a cause.