How to Pronounce "zealot"
word
ˈzɛɫət/, /ˈziɫət
ZEL-uht or ZEEL-uht
zˈɛlət
ZEL-uht
Definition
A zealot is someone who is extremely enthusiastic or devoted to a cause, especially in religion or politics, often to the point of being unreasonable or intolerant.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈzɛɫət/, /ˈziɫət
British English
zˈɛlət
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ZEL-uht or ZEEL-uht
UK
ZEL-uht
Listen in Context
He is a zealot when it comes to his beliefs.
The group was led by a political zealot.
A zealot can sometimes ignore other people's views.
He's a real fitness zealot—he never misses a workout, even on holidays.