fervently

[ fur-vuhnt-lee ]

adverb

1. with great intensity of spirit, feeling, enthusiasm, etc.; vehemently: The students are fervently campaigning for reform.

   I can't know without being in that situation, and I fervently hope I never am.

   The students are fervently campaigning for reform.

Other Words From

• non·fer·vent·ly adverb
• o·ver·fer·vent·ly adverb
• su·per·fer·vent·ly adverb
• un·fer·vent·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of fervently¹

fervent ( def ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Mary Howard-Elley fervently believes illegal immigration in the U.S. is a critical problem that only former President Donald Trump can solve.

From Salon

His obscure early life, according to this theory, can be explained by the fact that he sought to hide his Jewish background to avoid persecution by the fervently Catholic Spanish monarchs.

From BBC

He became known for fervently, and often forcefully, recommending films to store patrons, some of whom were already working in Hollywood.

From BBC

One that he believed in fervently for a minute.

From Los Angeles Times

She denounced the White House's invitation to perform for Pride and fervently advocated for the rights of several groups.

From Salon

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