Read the passage.When Norah finally got tickets to the concert, she asked me to go with her. I am an ardent fan of bluegrass music, so of course I said yes. Malinda said she would be willing to go, too.Which statement best explains the nuance between ardent and willing?
Answer
A
Both words connote the same thing.
B
Both words have negative connotations.
C
Ardent implies a deep desire for something, while willing implies simply a readiness to do something.
D
Willing implies a deep desire for something, while ardent implies simply a readiness to do something.
Explanation
Ardent means passionate or intensely enthusiastic, so the speaker is a devoted fan of bluegrass music. Willing means ready or agreeable to do something, without necessarily feeling strongly about it. Therefore, ardent implies deep enthusiasm, while willing implies readiness to go.
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