zeal

noun
UK: /ziːl/
US: /ziːl/

  1. Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective.

    1. He shows zeal for his work, arriving early and staying late.
    2. Her zeal for animal rights led her to volunteer at the shelter.

  2. A strong feeling of dedication for something; eagerness.

    1. The group approached the task with great zeal.
    2. His religious zeal inspired him to become a missionary abroad.

Synonyms

enthusiasm ardor fervor dedication passion

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "zeal" in English means: Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective., A strong feeling of dedication for something; eagerness..

The phonetic transcription of "zeal" is /ziːl/ in British English and /ziːl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "zeal": enthusiasm, ardor, fervor, dedication, passion.

Example usage of "zeal": "He shows zeal for his work, arriving early and staying late.". More examples on the page.