Zeal: alternatives and connections

Heat, in a literal sense; as, the ardor of the sun's rays.

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Greediness; strong appetite; eagerness; intenseness of desire; as, to eat with avidity.

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The state or quality of being eager; ardent desire.

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The state of being fervent or warm; ardor; warmth of feeling or devotion; eagerness.

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Heat; excessive warmth.

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The evolution of light and heat in the combustion of bodies; combustion; state of ignition.

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The quality or state of being keen.

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The quality or state of being willing; free choice or consent of the will; freedom from reluctance; readiness of the mind to do or forbear.

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Excess of zeal.

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Filled with, or characterized by, zeal; warmly engaged, or ardent, in behalf of an object.

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Filled with, or characterized by, zeal; warmly engaged, or ardent, in behalf of an object.

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Heat, in a literal sense; as, the ardor of the sun's rays.

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The state or quality of being eager; ardent desire.

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Ardor inspired by passion or enthusiasm.

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The quality of being forward; cheerful readiness; promtness; as, the forwardness of Christians in propagating the gospel.

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The state or quality of being ready; preparation; promptness; aptitude; willingness.

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