zealous
/ˈzeləs/
CEFR level C2Topic EmotionWord #7137 in the learning path
热忱的；积极投入的
Definitions
adj. Showing great enthusiasm and commitment to a cause or activity.
热忱的；积极投入的
Example
A zealous volunteer cleaned the entire beach before lunch.
一位热忱的志愿者午饭前就清理了整片海滩。
Zealous campaigners can raise public awareness, but lasting environmental progress also requires effective government policies.
热心的倡导者能够提高公众意识，但持久的环境改善还需要有效的政府政策。
Collocations
- a zealous supporter
- zealous in their efforts
- overly zealous
Word family
- zeal (n.)
- zealously (adv.)
- overzealous (adj.)
Synonyms
- enthusiastic
- ardent
- fervent
Antonyms
- apathetic
- indifferent
Usage tip
语气比enthusiastic强，有时暗示热心得过头。
FAQ
- What does zealous mean?
- Showing great enthusiasm and commitment to a cause or activity.
- How is zealous pronounced?
- UK /ˈzeləs/, US /ˈzeləs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
