Fervid (original) (raw)

I. (adjective)

Sense 1

Meaning:

(archaic) extremely hot, burning, or glowingplay

Example:

set out...when the fervid heat subsides

Synonyms:

fervent; fervid

Classified under:

Adjectives

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 emotionplay

Example:

a torrid love affair

Synonyms:

ardent; fervent; fervid; fiery; impassioned; perfervid; torrid

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

passionate (having or expressing strong emotions)

Derivation:

fervidness (feelings of great warmth and intensity)

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