PASSIONAL Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

passional

adjective

ˈpa-shə-nᵊl

Definition of passional

as in passionate

having or expressing great depth of feeling a rather passional declaration of love from someone she had just started dating

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Recent Examples of passional At Fox, Collier became known for his passional embrace of blockchain, NFTs and the whole Web3 space. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 10 Nov. 2022

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Adjective

Owners Hannah and Brandan Griffin are poets who are passionate about books and the Kansas City artistic community, according to the store’s website.

— Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2026
Macho Cowboy At the top of the pinnacle of power within the telenovela structure is the macho cowboy whose high emotional expressions of jealousy, anger, and confrontation are accepted as passionate acts of strength or romantic gestures.

— Damaly Gonzalez, ARTnews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of passionate

Adjective

When presented together and thought juxtapositionally, the works launch visitors onto an emotional pendulum that pivots from exhilaration to unease and distress.

— Tina M. Campt, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
Big emotional moments are punctuated by striking shots of fiery, mountainside sunsets and comforting, homestead greenery.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of emotional

Adjective

Reflecting the vision of creative director Emily Smith, the boutique pairs clean lines and warm materials with intimate spaces for one-on-one styling.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
In addition to that central pool, the spa complex contains a tepidarium (warm relaxation room), Byzantine hammam (steam room), salt cave, Watsu pool, yoga and fitness rooms, and an area for massages and other treatments.

— CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of warm

Adjective

Neither Shaggy nor Kartel has made any new comments, but all eyes are on the two superstars as the debate rages on in their comment sections, with their fervent fan bases warring on their behalf.

— Kyle Denis, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2026
The performance likely to have the most fervent admirers in Creed-Miles’ as Marianne, the reckless romantic who lets her heart lead her, with devastating results.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of fervent

Adjective

The coalition led by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's Socialists announced the new measures earlier Tuesday, after four days of intense protests centered around an encampment in Puerta del Sol, Madrid's most iconic plaza.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 30 Sep. 2026
Consequently, the resulting economic stimulus, inflationary pressure, and intense competition for capital could propel the 10 year US Treasury yield toward a high of 6% before next January.

— , CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of intense

Adjective

The Florida Department of Education is considering a new dress code policy for employees that puts restrictions on religious head coverings, Crocs and short skirts.

— Ana Goñi-Lessan, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026
Families could use awards for private or religious school, homeschooling, tutoring, special education therapies and other education costs; public school students also qualify.

— Bianca Vázquez Toness, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of religious

Adjective

Germany has been one of the most ardent supporters of Ukraine since the early days of the Russian invasion, supplying both military and financial aid.

— Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 5 Oct. 2026
Which one of these subtle, touching novels is guaranteed to live up to my ardent report?

— Lola Seaton, The New York Review of Books, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of ardent

Adjective

The work isn’t demonstrative, but neither is the pain of evolving.

— Bill Koch, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Handed a less demonstrative character, Ifans is very moving as a man who’s slow both to accept reality and to ask for help, despite making a living as a nurturing educator.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026

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