00:00Zeal refers to a lively ardor, remarkable eagerness, and total devotion placed at the service of a person, of
00:05'a cause or in the accomplishment of a task.
00:08Derived from the ancient Greek word zelo, which evoked intense, often religious, fervor, this term now has a dual aspect.
00:14in the French language.
00:15On the one hand, it positively describes the diligence, seriousness, and application of a conscientious individual.
00:21On the other hand, when used in the common expression "to be zealous," it takes on a certain character
00:26ironic or pejorative to denounce an exaggerated, hypocritical attitude or an excessive effort deployed for the sole purpose of
00:32to gain favor with one's superiors.
