Question

In this sentence from "The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell, what does the word zealous mean in these lines?

Answer 1

marked by active interest and enthusiasm

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Answer 2

In this part of the story, Rainsford was already running away from General Zaroff in the woods. He was in urgent need to rest, so he climbed onto a tree, making sure he left no mark behind so that not even a hunter as passionate/devoted as General Zaroff could find him.

Therefore, your best answer is passionate/devoted.