Inbrunst

fervor, ardor

noun IN-brunst Rare

Also means

passionate intensity

Usage Note

Inbrunst conveys burning, deeply felt passion, often in a religious or artistic context. Mit Inbrunst sangen sie das Lied — they sang the song with fervor. The adjective inbrünstig is equally common in elevated prose.

Examples

"Sie betete mit einer Inbrunst, die alle um sie herum berührte."

Natural Translation

She prayed with a fervor that moved everyone around her.

Literal Translation

She prayed with a fervor that touched everyone around her.

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