Both Uses of
ardent
in
Sense and Sensibility
- To her it was but the natural consequence of a strong affection in a young and ardent mind.†
Chpt 11 *ardent = feeling intense emotion (often enthusiasm or love)
- She felt that his influence over her mind was heightened by circumstances which ought not in reason to have weight; by that person of uncommon attraction, that open, affectionate, and lively manner which it was no merit to possess; and by that still ardent love for Marianne, which it was not even innocent to indulge.†
Chpt 45
Definition:
showing or feeling intense emotion -- typically strong positive feelings such as enthusiasm or love