| Main Entry: |
zealous |
| Part of Speech: |
adjective |
| Definition: |
enthusiastic |
Synonyms: |
afire,
antsy*,
ardent,
avid,
burning, coming on strong,
dedicated,
devoted,
eager,
earnest,
fanatic,
fanatical,
fervent,
fervid, fireball,
fired,
frenetic, gung-ho,
hot*,
impassioned, itchy,
keen,
obsessed,
passionate,
possessed,
pushy*,
rabid,
ripe, self-starting,
spirited, wild-eyed
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| Notes: |
jealous means envious or fearful of being replaced by a rival; zealous means marked by active interest and enthusiasm |
Antonyms: |
apathetic, indifferent, lethargic, unenthusiastic
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* = informal/non-formal usage
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