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Fervent vs. Fervid

Fervent

/ˈfɜːvənt/
Showing passionate enthusiasm or intensity towards something

Examples:

Her fervent belief in justice drove her career choices.The fervent applause echoed through the theater.We had a fervent discussion about environmental issues.

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Fervid

/ˈfɜːvid/
Having or showing intense and passionate feelings.

Examples:

Her fervid support was evident during the campaign rally.Their fervid debate on climate change drew a large audience.He was fervid in his passion for ancient history and art.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Fervent and fervid both relate to passion, but they have slightly different connotations.
  • Fervent often conveys a sense of sincerity and earnestness alongside passion.
  • Fervid tends to imply a more intense, burning enthusiasm, sometimes with a suggestion of excessiveness.
  • Remember fervent as being heartfelt and enthusiastic in an earnest way.
  • Think of fervid as bringing an image of burning fire, intense and maybe a bit overwhelming.
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