as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling
an impassioned plea for justice
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as in provoked
to rouse to strong feeling or action
the obvious intent of the documentary was to impassion viewers to do something about global warming
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Recent Examples of impassioned
Stephanie Kanowitz, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
The latest development in the case came a day after Savannah Guthrie made an impassioned plea to the public to help solve her mother's disappearance.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 11 Feb. 2026
The impassioned celebration was quickly clipped and shared across social media, with thousands enjoying what initially looked like a release of unbridled, unrehearsed joy.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
But there was one moment during the performance that stuck with me, when Bad Bunny gave an impassioned motivational speech in Spanish, urging the audience to recognize their worth.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Members of the public made impassioned pleas both for and against the bill.
—Stephanie Kanowitz, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
The latest development in the case came a day after Savannah Guthrie made an impassioned plea to the public to help solve her mother's disappearance.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 11 Feb. 2026
The impassioned celebration was quickly clipped and shared across social media, with thousands enjoying what initially looked like a release of unbridled, unrehearsed joy.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
But there was one moment during the performance that stuck with me, when Bad Bunny gave an impassioned motivational speech in Spanish, urging the audience to recognize their worth.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for impassioned
Adjective
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For all the federation’s failings, Kuper remains a passionate follower of World Cup soccer.—
Ian Buruma,
New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2026
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Instructor Peggie Moore is passionate about working with students of every age, size, shape and ability.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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The duration may be longer depending on whether the clot was provoked by a temporary risk factor or reflects an ongoing predisposition.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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In dramatizing the moment to his own benefit, Jackson provoked hostility from King’s widow and others in the movement’s leadership that lasted decades.—
Johanna Neuman,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Quentin Deranque, a 23-year-old student described as a fervent nationalist, died in a hospital on Saturday.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Feb. 2026
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From then on, Dior enjoyed the unwavering support of major Japanese clients, loyal friends of the house, who became its fervent ambassadors.—
Kelly Wetherille,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As a result, there is far less destructive pressure and no reason to specialize too soon, and young athletes are encouraged to try out multiple sports.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
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Restaurant recommendations are highly encouraged, given how popular the outlets are with even Hong Kong residents.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Tea is presented alongside the ritualistic high pour synonymous with Moroccan tradition, which is not only an enjoyable spectacle, but a gesture of warm welcome.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
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This week’s storms are especially welcome because the statewide snowpack has been lagging after weeks of unusually warm, dry weather.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Turn mealtime into braintime with this interactive puzzle toy that keeps dogs engaged, entertained and mentally stimulated.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Among the best places to visit in Puerto Rico are its rare bioluminescent bays, where the water appears to glow at night thanks to microscopic organisms that are stimulated by movement.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2026
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At Fox, Collier became known for his passional embrace of blockchain, NFTs and the whole Web3 space.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2022
Verb
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Plume continues as a lunch and dinner spot throughout the day, and pours cocktails inspired by Taiwan’s indigenous birds after dark (the Regulus Goodfellow with local craft gin, pine needle tea, and maple syrup is a knockout).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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The natural surroundings inspired the design of the resort’s 55 one- and two-bedroom suites, some of which have ocean views.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Impassioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impassioned. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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