zeal

The word “zeal” has 1 syllable: zeal.

It's pronounced as /ziːl/.


What is synonym and antonym for zeal?

In the thesaurus, “zeal” has 21 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for zeal along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for zeal

  • ardor
  • determination
  • devotion
  • diligence
  • eagerness
  • earnestness
  • enthusiasm
  • fanaticism
  • fervor
  • gusto
  • inclination
  • intensity
  • passion
  • perseverance
  • sincerity
  • spirit
  • urgency
  • verve
  • vigor
  • warmth
  • zest

Antonyms for zeal

  • apathy
  • coolness
  • disinterest
  • disinterestedness
  • dullness
  • inactivity
  • indifference
  • insincerity
  • laziness
  • lethargy
  • neglect
  • unenthusiasm

Meanings of zeal

  • noun
    1. The fervour or tireless devotion for a person, cause, or ideal and determination in its furtherance; diligent enthusiasm; powerful interest.
    2. A person who exhibits such fervour or tireless devotion.
    3. The collective noun for a group of zebras.

Example Sentences

  • His dedication to the project was evident in the zeal with which he approached each task.
  • With unmatched zeal, she tackled the challenges of the marathon and crossed the finish line triumphantly.
  • The team worked with great zeal to meet the tight deadline and deliver exceptional results.
  • The speaker addressed the audience with infectious zeal, inspiring everyone in the room.
  • Despite facing setbacks, his unwavering zeal for learning propelled him to success in his academic pursuits.

On this page you'll find 33 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to zeal, such as: apathy, ardor, coolness, determination, devotion, diligence, disinterest.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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eagerly

  • actively
  • animatedly
  • ardently
  • avidly
  • breathlessly
  • briskly
  • cordially
  • crisply
  • earnestly
  • energetically
  • enthusiastically
  • excitedly
  • fervently
  • fiercely
  • gamely
  • gladly
  • heartily
  • hungrily
  • impatiently
  • intently
  • keenly
  • longingly
  • lustily
  • promptly
  • readily
  • sharply
  • sincerely
  • spiritedly
  • surely
  • vehemently
  • vigorously
  • violently
  • willingly
  • zealously

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