CEFR C1

zealous

adjective

Meaning

Having or showing great energy and enthusiasm for something, especially a cause or objective.

Examples

The zealous young activist dedicated all her free time to environmental protection.
His zealous pursuit of perfection often led him to work late into the night.

Synonyms: eager, enthusiastic, ardent, fervent

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zealous (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈzɛləs/

Definition

Having or showing great energy and enthusiasm for something, especially a cause or objective.

Examples

The zealous young activist dedicated all her free time to environmental protection.
His zealous pursuit of perfection often led him to work late into the night.
Despite facing many obstacles, the team remained zealous in their efforts to win the championship.

How to Use zealous

zealous in (prepositional phrase): Showing great enthusiasm or dedication towards something. — "He was zealous in his commitment to the project."
zealous for (prepositional phrase): Having great energy and enthusiasm for a particular cause or goal. — "The community was zealous for change after years of neglect."

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