zealous

[ zel-uh s ]
/ ˈzɛl əs /

adjective

full of, characterized by, or due to zeal; ardently active, devoted, or diligent.

Origin of zealous

From the Medieval Latin word zēlōsus, dating back to 1520–30. See zeal, -ous

OTHER WORDS FROM zealous

Words nearby zealous

zea, zeal, zealand, zealot, zealotry, zealous, zeami, zeatin, zebec, zebedee, zeboim

British Dictionary definitions for underzealous

zealous
/ (ˈzɛləs) /

adjective

filled with or inspired by intense enthusiasm or zeal; ardent; fervent

Derived forms of zealous

zealously, adverb zealousness, noun