zealousness

zealousness

A young volunteer shows great zealousness while planting a tree.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Strong, enthusiastic dedication: "zealousness" refers to the quality of being intensely eager, passionate, or fervent in support of a cause, belief, or activity. It implies a high level of energy and commitment, often with a sense of urgency or devotion.
Usage Examples
  • (Her intense enthusiasm motivated others.)
  • (Their extreme dedication had both positive and negative effects.)
  • (His fervent passion could be off-putting.)
Advanced Usage

  • "zealousness bordering on fanaticism": extreme enthusiasm that approaches irrational or obsessive commitment.

    • The cult leader's zealousness bordered on fanaticism, demanding absolute loyalty from followers. (The intensity was dangerously excessive.)

  • "zealousness without wisdom": energetic dedication that lacks careful judgment or restraint.

    • The new manager's zealousness without wisdom caused many unnecessary changes that upset the staff. (His enthusiasm was not tempered by experience.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Zealous (adj): having or showing great energy or enthusiasm for a cause or activity.

    • The zealous volunteers worked tirelessly through the night. (They were intensely dedicated.)

  • Zealot (n): a person who is fanatical and uncompromising in pursuit of their religious, political, or other ideals.

    • He was a religious zealot who refused to tolerate any differing beliefs. (An extreme enthusiast.)

  • Zeal (n): great energy or enthusiasm for a cause or objective.

    • She showed great zeal for learning new languages. (Strong, eager interest.)
Synonyms
  • Fervor: intense and passionate feeling.
    • His fervor for the project was contagious. (Strong enthusiasm.)
  • Ardor: great warmth of feeling; passion.
    • The team worked with ardor to meet the deadline. (Energetic dedication.)
  • Eagerness: keenness or enthusiasm.
    • Her eagerness to help was appreciated. (Willingness and excitement.)
Related Idioms

  • Burning with zeal: extremely enthusiastic and committed.

    • The reformers were burning with zeal to change the system. (They were intensely passionate.)

  • A zealot's fire: an intense, sometimes excessive, enthusiasm.

    • He approached the task with a zealot's fire, ignoring all obstacles. (Unstoppable drive.)