passion

A person who has a passion for something or someone is really motivated, inspired, interested, or stimulated. In some cases, you can use "passion" in place of the word "love."

• Ahmed has a passion for art. He loves art.
• Hilda’s passion for music inspired her to play the piano.
• Ari has a great passion for cooking.
• Traveling is a passion for Beatrice.
• If you have a passion for a particular occupation, study it in college and try to find work in that area.
• Vanessa and Tom have a strong passion for each other.
• Yelen has a passion for romance, but she hasn’t found anyone with whom to share it.

He has a passion for playing the guitar.

The word "passionate" is an adjective:

• Ayan is very passionate when she talks about gardening.
• Carl’s passionate devotion to teaching is expressed through his hard work in the classroom.
• Cindy gave her boyfriend a very passionate kiss before they parted ways at the airport.
• Connor wrote a passionate letter to his girlfriend begging her not to break up with him.

The word "passionately" is an adverb.

• The lawyer passionately argued on behalf of his client.
• Fans speak passionately about how the band’s music has changed their lives.
• Glenda passionately kissed her husband upon his return from a four-week trip.

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February 14, 2020