verbal. adj. 1. of, relating to, or using words, esp as opposed to ideas, etc: merely verbal concessions. 2. oral rather than written: a verbal agreement.
The definition of a zealot is someone who is fanatical about a belief. An example of a zealot is an extremely religious person. YourDictionary definition and usage example.
zeal - excessive fervor to do something or accomplish some end; he had an absolute zeal for litigation. fervency, fervidness, fervor, fervour, ardor, ardour, fire - feelings of great warmth and intensity; he spoke with great ardor.