1
as in intense
having or expressing great depth of feeling
a passionate defense of the controversial play
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2
as in hot
having a strong sexual desire
a passionate couple plunging into a new relationship
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Recent Examples of passionate
The franchise is so beloved, and fans are so passionate about the series and invested.
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Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 8 Mar. 2026
Instructor Peggie Moore is passionate about working with students of every age, size, shape and ability.
—Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
Well-respected among fashion sourcing, supply chain and sustainability experts, Deborah is passionate about building new relationships and creating customized media programs to help clients achieve their long-term goals.
—Footwear News, 7 Mar. 2026
In navigating the minefield that is 20th century and contemporary art, some names represent bedrock-like solidity and maximum liquidity in a world driven by passionate enthusiasts who see investment as the cherry on top.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2026
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Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 8 Mar. 2026
Instructor Peggie Moore is passionate about working with students of every age, size, shape and ability.
—Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
Well-respected among fashion sourcing, supply chain and sustainability experts, Deborah is passionate about building new relationships and creating customized media programs to help clients achieve their long-term goals.
—Footwear News, 7 Mar. 2026
In navigating the minefield that is 20th century and contemporary art, some names represent bedrock-like solidity and maximum liquidity in a world driven by passionate enthusiasts who see investment as the cherry on top.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for passionate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for passionate
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The United States has pledged to keep the strait open and has led intense airstrikes targeting Iran's navy and the port city of Bandar Abbas.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Mar. 2026
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This intense demand is driving significant activity among niche data providers.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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The number of days per year worldwide that are too hot to engage in ordinary activities has doubled since 1950, separate research found, while Arctic sea ice is at its lowest level on record.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Jennette Jurado from Death Valley’s Public Information Team echoed that warning, noting that strong winds and hot temperatures over the weekend had probably contributed to a floral decline.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Through no fault of Newton’s, Faith functions less as a second protagonist than a prop to give Grace more emotional investment in the proceedings by saddling her with guilt over their estrangement or opportunities to nobly sacrifice herself.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Mar. 2026
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The eight include physical, but also spiritual, social, environmental, occupational, financial, emotional and intellectual.—
Amy Lindgren,
Twin Cities,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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That’ll make everybody excited to compete against them.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
9 Mar. 2026
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As curator, my goal is to create exhibitions for our artists that provide them with the freedom to experiment and get excited about new ideas, and expand the idea of what art is and can be for our patrons.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
9 Mar. 2026
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The first screening was at Sundance, and there was a very enthusiastic reception.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Mar. 2026
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But analysis about its debut was less enthusiastic.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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This Valentine’s Day, why not treat yourself to a perfume that beckons lustful strangers in a way not seen since Monica Bellucci at that Sicilian piazza in Malèna.—
Air Mail,
Air Mail,
14 Feb. 2026
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The two admit to having always loved each other (that's not a spoiler; the book is nearly 200 years old) and begin a steamy, lustful affair.—
Amanda Luberto,
AZCentral.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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A day later, both sides were outside during breaks enjoying an unseasonably warm mid-March day in Manhattan.—
Doug Feinberg,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Shawkat, with her warm, amused eyes and her mop of curls, is a perfect carrier for Mae’s air of abjection, flopping around her bed like a horny, gloomy Raggedy Ann.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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An ardent supporter of military action against Iran, Graham criticized Israel in a social media post on Sunday regarding the strikes on the oil facilities.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Mar. 2026
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That view has its ardent critics.—
Jonathan M. Pitts,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Passionate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passionate. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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