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ar • dent adj., intensely enthusiastic or devoted. Phil, an ardent animal lover, volunteers at the animal shelter.

e • late vt., raise the spirits of. After weeks of rain, Lisa was elated by the warm, sunny day.

con • tem • pla • tion n., thoughtful inspection, study, or meditation. The art student was engaged in rapt contemplation of the Picasso statue.

balm • y adj., soothing, mild, or pleasant. On a balmy day in May, Piglet decided to go on a picnic.

trans • port n., strong emotion; rapture. What transport Satya felt when she read the letter from her boyfriend!

e • the • re • al adj., not earthly; heavenly, celestial. New Age music often creates an ethereal, elevated mood.