zeal

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First coined in 1382, from Middle English zele, from Old French zel, from Late Latin zēlus, from Ancient Greek ζήλος (zeal, jealousy), from ζηλόω (to emulate, to be jealous). Cognate to jealous.

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zeal (uncountable)

  1. The fervor or tireless devotion for a person, cause, or ideal and determination in its furtherance; diligent enthusiasm; powerful interest.

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