# ardently

**Pronunciation:** /ˈɑːrdəntli/ · AR-dunt-lee

**CEFR level:** B1

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a way that shows strong feelings, enthusiasm, or devotion.

## Examples

- He ardently defended his political views.
- The fans ardently supported their local team.
- She ardently wished for peace to return to her country.

## Synonyms

- eagerly — Showing a strong desire or interest.
- keenly — Showing great enthusiasm or interest.
- fervently — Showing intense feeling or passion.
- passionately — In a way that shows strong emotion or deep feeling.

## Antonyms

- apathetically — Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
- indifferently — In a way that shows no interest or concern.

## Common patterns

- ardently believe — To have a very strong and passionate belief in something. — They ardently believe that their cause is just.
- ardently support — To give strong and enthusiastic backing to someone or something. — The community ardently supported the new park project.
- ardently wish — To desire something very strongly and passionately. — She ardently wished for a chance to prove herself.

## Collocations

- ardently support — The fans ardently supported their team through every game.
- ardently believe — She ardently believes in the power of education.
- ardently wish — He ardently wished for a peaceful resolution.

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