Synonyms of zealous
7 similar words · 4 opposite words
Another word for zealous is enthusiastic. Other synonyms of zealous are zealotic and vehement. The opposite of zealous is dispassionate.
Synonyms and similar words for zealous
adjectiveFull of zeal; ardent, fervent; exhibiting enthusiasm or strong passion, particularly in matters of...
- ardent
- eager
- enthusiasticWith zealous fervor; excited, motivated.
- ferventOf a person, or their actions, interests, or nature: exhibiting persistent belief or conviction, and enthusiasm or...
- passionate
- vehementShowing strong feelings; passionate; forceful or intense.
- zealoticIn the manner of a zealot; zealous; fanatic.
Opposite of zealous
adjectiveFull of zeal; ardent, fervent; exhibiting enthusiasm or strong passion, particularly in matters of...
- apathetic
- dispassionateNot showing, and not affected by, emotion, bias, or prejudice.
- indifferent
- unenthusiasticWithout enthusiasm; unexcited.
Meaning of zealous
- adjective Full of zeal; ardent, fervent; exhibiting enthusiasm or strong passion, particularly in matters of religion.
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Questions about synonyms of zealous
- What is another word for zealous?
- Zealous has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as enthusiastic, zealotic and vehement.
- What is the opposite of zealous?
- The opposite of zealous is dispassionate. Other antonyms of zealous are unenthusiastic.
- What does zealous mean?
- Zealous means full of zeal; ardent, fervent; exhibiting enthusiasm or strong passion, particularly in matters of religion.
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