Zeal

noun

/ziːl/

Word Frequency: 4.6

Definitions

1.nounThe fervour or tireless devotion for a person, cause, or ideal and determination in its furtherance; diligent enthusiasm; powerful interest.

"She extols the virtues of veganism with missionary zeal."

2.nounA person who exhibits such fervour or tireless devotion.

3.nounThe collective noun for a group of zebras.

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