ardency

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Ardency \Ar"den*cy\, n.
   1. Heat. [R.] --Sir T. Herbert.
      [1913 Webster]

   2. Warmth of passion or affection; ardor; vehemence;
      eagerness; as, the ardency of love or zeal.
      [1913 Webster]