Synonyms of zeal
8 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for zeal is passion. Other synonyms of zeal are ardour. The opposite of zeal is apathy.
Synonyms and similar words for zeal
nounThe fervour or tireless devotion for a person, cause, or ideal and determination in its...
- ardourUK, Canada, and Australia spelling of ardor.
- eagerness
- enthusiasm
- intensity
- passionFervor, determination.
nounA person who exhibits such fervour or tireless devotion.
- zealotOne who is zealous, one who is full of zeal for their own specific beliefs or objectives, usually in the negative sense...
Opposite of zeal
nounThe fervour or tireless devotion for a person, cause, or ideal and determination in its...
- apathyLack of emotion or motivation; lack of interest or enthusiasm towards something; disinterest (in something).
Meaning of zeal
- noun The fervour or tireless devotion for a person, cause, or ideal and determination in its furtherance; diligent enthusiasm; powerful interest.
- noun A person who exhibits such fervour or tireless devotion.
- noun A group of zebras.
zeal in other languages
Questions about synonyms of zeal
- What is another word for zeal?
- Zeal has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as passion and ardour.
- What is the opposite of zeal?
- The opposite of zeal is apathy.
- What does zeal mean?
- Zeal means the fervour or tireless devotion for a person, cause, or ideal and determination in its furtherance; diligent enthusiasm; powerful interest.
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