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What is the definition of zealous and how can it be used to describe enthusiastic activity?
Zealous means showing great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective. It can be used to describe eagerness or enthusiastic activity.
What is the difference between zeal and zealous, and what is the pronunciation of the latter?
Zeal is the noun for "eager partisanship" while zealous is the adjective for zeal. The pronunciation of zealous is ZEL-uhs.
What is the slightly negative connotation associated with zealous, and what is the difference between zealous and jealous?
The slightly negative connotation associated with zealous is that people are sometimes described as overzealous, meaning they try too hard. Zealous and jealous both derive from the same Greek word and rhyme, but they have different meanings. Jealous means feeling or showing envy of someone or their achievements.
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