zealot — a person who is fanatical and uncompromising in pursuit of their religious, political, or other ideals
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who is fanatical and uncompromising in pursuit of their religious, political, or other ideals
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈzelət/
Example Sentences
- My neighbor is a health zealot who judges people by their grocery cart contents
- The technology zealot insisted that everyone should replace their brain with AI chips
- She was such a coffee zealot that she refused to date anyone who drank instant coffee
zealot
NOUN[/ˈzelət/]
a person who is fanatical and uncompromising in pursuit of their religious, political, or other ideals
The zealot shouts scripture from the rooftop, refusing to come down.
The zealot grips both ballot and mallet!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Late Latin 'zelota' and Greek 'zelotes,' derived from 'zelos' meaning zeal or ardor. The word entered English through ecclesiastical Latin and originally referred to members of a Jewish sect known for their passionate resistance to Roman rule.
Breakdown
Greek 'zelos' (zeal, ardor) + -ot (agent noun suffix) = zealot (one full of zeal)
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📝Examples
“My neighbor is a health zealot who judges people by their grocery cart contents”
“The technology zealot insisted that everyone should replace their brain with AI chips”
“She was such a coffee zealot that she refused to date anyone who drank instant coffee”
“Political zealots often lose sight of compromise and practical solutions”
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