Ardent and Arduous
The adjective ardent means passionate, radiant, and intensely enthusiastic or devoted.
The adjective arduous means tough, strenuous, difficult to do.
Examples:
- Douglas is an ardent admirer of Mahler's symphonies.
- Bella cringed inwardly, remembering her ardent expression of love.
- After breakfast, we began the arduous climb up the mountain.
Practice:
- New teachers must undergo a long and _____ course of study.
- Clarice Starling was pursued by her most _____ fan, Hannibal Lecter.
- No one could understand Sammy's _____ devotion to the game of bocce.
Answers to Practice Exercises
Glossary of Usage: Index of Commonly Confused Words
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