fer·vent 
/ˈfɚvənt/ adjective
/ˈfɚvənt/ adjective [more fervent; most fervent] : felt very strongly
▪ He is known for his fervent [=passionate, zealous] nationalism. : having or showing very strong feelings ▪ They entered a fervent [=heated] debate over the death penalty. ▪ a fervent admirer/supporter/opponent
▪ He is known for his fervent [=passionate, zealous] nationalism. : having or showing very strong feelings ▪ They entered a fervent [=heated] debate over the death penalty. ▪ a fervent admirer/supporter/opponent
— fer·vent·ly adverb
▪ fervently enthusiastic supporters
▪ fervently enthusiastic supporters
