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FERVID
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
(archaic) extremely hot, burning, or glowing
Example:
set out...when the fervid heat subsides
Synonyms:
fervent; fervid
Classified under:
Similar:
hot (used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning)
Domain usage:
archaicism; archaism (the use of an archaic expression)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Characterized by intense emotion
Example:
a torrid love affair
Synonyms:
ardent; fervent; fervid; fiery; impassioned; perfervid; torrid
Classified under:
Similar:
passionate (having or expressing strong emotions)
Derivation:
fervidness (feelings of great warmth and intensity)
