zealously — with great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: with great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈzeləsli/
Example Sentences
- The security guard zealously checked every bag as if he were protecting the Crown Jewels, even though it was just a grocery store.
- She zealously collected vintage stamps from around the world.
- The new intern zealously organized the filing cabinet so thoroughly that no one could find anything for weeks.
zealously
ADVERB[/ˈzeləsli/]
with great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective
The young violinist practices zealously every dawn, chasing her dream of the grand stage.
He climbs zealously while others watch jealously, ascending perilously!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Greek 'zelos' (meaning zeal, jealousy, or passionate devotion), which passed into Latin as 'zelus' before entering English. Originally denoting fervent dedication to religious or divine causes, the term has broadened to describe any enthusiastic or passionate pursuit.
Breakdown
zeal (from Greek zelos, fervent devotion) + -ous (adjective-forming suffix) + -ly (adverb-forming suffix), creating an adverbial form meaning 'in a zealous manner.'
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The security guard zealously checked every bag as if he were protecting the Crown Jewels, even though it was just a grocery store.”
“She zealously collected vintage stamps from around the world.”
“The new intern zealously organized the filing cabinet so thoroughly that no one could find anything for weeks.”
“Environmental activists zealously campaigned for renewable energy policies.”
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