The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:

Ardently \Ar"dent*ly\, adv.
   In an ardent manner; eagerly; with warmth; affectionately;
   passionately.
   [1913 Webster]

WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006):

ardently
    adv 1: in an ardent manner; "the spirit of God knew very well
           that there was a deeper question to be settled before
           there could be the intervention in power that was so
           ardently desired"