Which statement best describes fervent?

• A. Hot; boiling; burning; glowing.
• B. Unrelated to passion.
• C. Having or showing great warmth or intensity of spirit.
• D. Calm and reserved.

Answer: (C)

Fervent describes a strong, sincere kind of energy—an intense and eager spirit behind what someone says or does. The best description is having or showing great warmth or intensity of spirit, because fervent captures both the emotional heat and the unwavering commitment behind actions or beliefs. You’d use it for a fervent supporter, fervent prayers, or a fervent belief, where there is noticeable zeal and passion. It’s not about literal heat, which is just physical temperature, and it isn’t about being unrelated to passion or calm and reserved—the opposite of fervent.