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12/13/14

Zealot

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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