Zealot
<zel-lot>
fanatic; ardent; extremist
A person who gives complete support to an idea or a thing.
He is a football zealot. All he wants to do is watch football.
Zeal reminds us of zeal or gusto- being excited about something.
Lot reminds us of a lot or a great amount.
Remember - has a lot of zeal
Zealots were a radical sect in ancient Judea known for their undying commitment to fighting the Romans who ruled them.
Used at work:
He is a computer zealot. He knows everything about software.
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