lover

noun

lov·er ˈlə-vər

Synonyms of lover next

: a person in love

lovers plural : two persons in love with each other

: an affectionate or benevolent friend

: devotee

a lover of mystery novels

a lover of nature

: paramour

Her husband found a love letter from her lover.

: a person with whom one has sexual relations

He was her first lover.

Example Sentences

His wife accused him of having a secret lover. She left her husband and ran away with her lover.

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Eric Kim, New York Times, 17 May 2023 Lyrically, the song’s subject is mired in self-recrimination and despair, pleading with a lover to leave in order to find their own freedom, engendering a sense of angst and selflessness. —

Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 15 May 2023 To celebrate Preakness week, the McCormick & Co. iconic seasoning is offering Old Bay lovers a chance to spice things up with a free tattoo showing your devotion to the brand. —

Michelle Deal-zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 15 May 2023 Well, never fear, bird lovers, there is no cause for concern. —

Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2023 Go out for free: The Music Center has a free one-day festival Saturday dedicated to music lovers and vinyl collectors alike. —

Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2023 The movie explored the possibility that Anne and Churchill were also lovers. —

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