'ARDENT, adjective 1. Hot; burning; that causes sensation of burning; as, ardent spirits, that is distilled spirits; an ardent fever. 2. Having the appearance of quality of fire; fierce; as ardent eyes. 3. Warm, applied to the passions and affections; passionate; affectionate; much engaged; zealous; as, ardent love or vows; ardent zeal.
Source: Webster's 1828 American Dictionary ↗ · public-domain · returned verbatim, no AI